Suspect Questioned in Deadly Prison Attack

0:00Investigators from Quebec's major crimes unit have questioned the suspect after a deadly attack at the Donnecona Maximum Security Prison near Quebec. City, on Tuesday night, two inmates in their 20s were assaulted by a group of other prisoners around 7.30 pm. One man died from his injuries, at the hospital, while the other is expected to pull through. The prison attack marched the second inmate death there this month. Just earlier on March 2nd, another prisoner lost his life following a fight with a fellow inmate. Officials are now digging deeper into what led to Tuesday's violence. Local police spokesperson Beatrice Dorsainville confirmed that investigators have spoken with one suspect already. The focus remains on piecing together the events inside the facility. Prosecutors will now review the case to decide on possible charges. Meanwhile, the prison continues to operate under heightened scrutiny amid these recent tragedies. This string of incidents raises fresh concerns about safety in Quebec's toughest lockup as authorities work to prevent more loss of life.

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