French Prisoners Escape Using Sawn Bars and Bed Sheets Amid National Prison Overcrowding Crisis

Nov 28, 2025 02:39 am CST

Two inmates escaped from an overcrowded French prison by sawing through cell bars and using bed sheets, highlighting France's prison crisis. With 311 inmates in a facility meant for 180, this recent breakout follows another escape and comes amid criticism that the government is prioritizing maximum-security facilities while neglecting standard prisons across the country.