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Chilean Authorities Regain Control of Antofagasta Prison After Riot

Chilean authorities regained control on Saturday of the Antofagasta prison where a group of inmates started a riot that included at least one hostage and clashes between police and family members outside the facility. Earlier in the day, a group of prisoners were seen standing on the rooftop of the facility at the height of the riot. According to reports, at least one prison guard had been held hostage.
 

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