"Freedom by Mistake: Shocking Number of Inmates Released in Error A staggering 179 prisoners were mistakenly released from prisons in the UK over the past year, sparking concerns about the country's justice system. According to new data, these errors occurred between April 2022 and March 2023, with the majority of releases happening at a few high-security facilities. While some of these prisoners may have been later rearrested, others remain on the loose, raising questions about accountability and the measures in place to prevent such mistakes from happening in the future. As the UK government grapples with the issue, victims and their families are left wondering how these errors could have occurred and what it means for public safety."
New data shows 179 prisoners were set free in error from prisons in the year to March.
