Daejeon Prison Detainees Hospitalized for Intestinal Disruption...Investigation of Employees, etc.

Correctional authorities have launched an investigation into the assault of an inmate at Daejeon Prison.

At around noon on the 18th, a 50-year-old who was in prison at Daejeon Prison showed symptoms of intraperitoneal bleeding due to intestinal rupture and is being treated at a university hospital.

Earlier, it was reported that an assault involving correctional staff occurred at Daejeon Prison.

The prison said it is true that the employee suspected of assault has been excluded from his duties, but it is difficult to reveal the details because they are under investigation.