Emergency crews rushed to HMP Rochester yesterday after a health scare left several prisoners seriously ill. The chaos erupted around 5.30pm on January 22, believed to be caused by a bad batch of spice smuggled into the jail.
Prisoners ‘Dropping Like Flies’
Witnesses described a grim scene, with inmates “dropping like flies.” Up to eight ambulances flooded the prison grounds, highlighting the scale of the crisis inside.
No Deaths, But Many Sickened
Thankfully, no fatalities were reported. Yet, several prisoners were rushed to hospital after falling ill. The exact cause remains under investigation, leaving staff on high alert.
A Prison Service spokesperson said: “A number of prisoners were taken ill following an incident at HMP Rochester on January 22. Emergency services attended and treated the prisoners on site. There is an ongoing investigation, and it would be inappropriate to comment further at this stage.”
Inside HMP Rochester
HMP Rochester holds around 695 male inmates, aged 18 and over. It serves as both a prison and young offender institution, making it a key facility in the UK’s justice system.
