Emergency Response at HMP Swaleside: Prison Incident Under Control
An incident at HMP Swaleside prison is currently being managed by officials, with only a handful of inmates involved on a single wing. Authorities confirm there is no risk to the public.
Rapid Response Teams Called In
This afternoon, police cars and two Tornado Squad rapid response vans sped to the Sheppey prison at Eastchurch. Emergency crews were deployed to contain the situation swiftly.
Incident Contained to One Landing
The disturbance is confined to one landing on a single prison wing. The rest of the facility remains secure, with all other prisoners locked in their cells.
Tough Stance on Inmate Disorder
“We are absolutely clear that offenders who behave in this way will be punished and face spending extra time behind bars,” a Prison Service spokesman said.
More updates to follow as the story develops.
