France's overcrowded prisons at breaking point, officials warn

French prisons held 88,145 inmates on April 1st, far exceeding capacity.

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Prison authorities warn of a critical situation risking an explosion of tensions.

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Prisons françaises surpeuplées avec 88 145 détenus, situation critique

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