31 Convicted in La Joyita Prison Escape; Sentences to be Added to Original Terms

An investigation into a significant prison escape from La Joyita Penitentiary has resulted in the conviction of 31 individuals. The Public Prosecutor's Office announced that these convictions were obtained through plea agreements that have been validated by judges.

The sentences handed down range from 36 to 47 months in prison. Specifically, 22 individuals received 42-month sentences, seven received 36-month sentences, one received a 44-month sentence, and another received a 47-month sentence. It is crucial to note that these new penalties will be served consecutively, meaning they will be added to the original sentences the inmates were already serving for their prior crimes.

Authorities reported that 165 people were apprehended following the escape. Of those, 159 have been processed by the judicial system, with four being released during the process and two still awaiting judicial processing. Currently, 128 individuals remain in provisional detention as investigations continue. The Public Prosecutor's Office has assured that efforts are ongoing to identify and prosecute all parties involved in the escape to ensure accountability.