Costa Rica transfers 123 high-risk inmates to new megaprison

Costa Rica began transferring its most dangerous prisoners, including suspects in the murder of a police officer, to a newly built megaprison. The move signals a shift toward high-security incarceration to address gang violence and prison overcrowding. The operational impact and long-term effectiveness remain to be seen.

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