Prison riot in Paraná over

The rebellion that broke out in the State Penitentiary of Cascavel, in the southern state of Paraná was over by Tuesday morning (Aug 26), after inmates were transferred and the hostages released. The Military Police confirmed the death of 5 prisoners. Of the 25 wounded, eight are still hospitalized.

The riot started early on Sunday morning (24). Detainees were complaining about food, the relationship with members of the prison administration and strict visiting rules.