Prisoners held warden hostage in Ratchaburi

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2012

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Three prisoners in a prison in Ratchaburi province held hostage a warden on Saturday after their plan to escape failed.
 
Police said the warden of Khao Bin Central Prison in Muang district was held after he found the prisoners were trying to escape from the prison.
 
The three prisoners were sentenced to life imprisonment for murder and drug smuggling in the prison.
 
The prison’s warder reportedly said the situation is under control and officials concerned are negotiating with the prisoners.