They’re carrying drugs, phones and even weapons into prisons, and the problem is getting worse. Data examined by this programme shows the number of reported drone incursions into prisons in England and Wales has risen by more than 1000% in the last five years. The impact – violence, chaos and more crime – on a system meant to deliver rehabilitation. Tonight, the Prison Governors’ Association warns that organised crime gangs controlling the drones are out-running the authorities.
They’re carrying drugs, phones and even weapons into prisons, and the problem is getting worse.
Data examined by this programme shows the number of reported drone incursions into prisons in England and Wales has risen by more than 1000% in the last five years.
The impact – violence, chaos and more crime – on a system meant to deliver rehabilitation.
Tonight, the Prison Governors’ Association warns that organised crime gangs controlling the drones are out-running the authorities.
