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Carandiru Massacre: 111 Prisoners Killed by Emilly Lima is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document summarizes the Carandiru Massacre which occurred in 1992 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. During a prison riot at the Carandiru Penitentiary, the military police were called in and killed 111 prisoners. Most of the prisoners had not yet been convicted and were awaiting their court sentences. According to a complaint, there was no possibility of escape despite the confusion during the police response. The document emphasizes that human rights violations can lead to future conflicts.
- Author
- Emilly Lima
- Language
- EN