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Scores killed in prison riot in Honduras

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Irfan Aftab
June 21, 2023

At least 41 women have been killed in a riot in a women's prison in Honduras. Authorities blamed the violence on gangs and are still working to identify the victims. Honduran President Xiomara Castro said she would "take drastic measures" to hold security leaders to account.

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