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Drone Spots Jail Escapees in Tamil Nadu Forest Hunt
27 Oct
Summary
- Drones and special teams hunted 17 inmates who escaped a Theni district jail.
- 13 of the 17 escaped inmates have been apprehended by authorities.
- Nine prison officials were suspended following the security breach.
A large-scale search operation unfolded in Theni, Tamil Nadu, after 17 inmates escaped from a district jail. The fugitives allegedly faked medical emergencies to overpower guards and flee. Specialized drones were deployed, capturing footage that helped narrow down their locations within the challenging forested and mountainous terrain surrounding the jail.
Authorities successfully apprehended 13 out of the 17 inmates involved in the escape. The search involved multiple special task force teams and police companies, with neighboring districts and the police in Kerala alerted to prevent cross-border movement. In response to the security lapse, nine prison officials have been suspended.
The jailbreak has sparked a political debate, with opposition parties questioning the state's law and order and prison security measures.
