"Prisons Ramp Up Security Measures After Recent Escapes"

The Pennsylvania prison where convicted murderer Danelo Cavalcante recently escaped from plans to spend up to $3.5 million on security improvements, including enclosing exercise yards, installing additional security cameras, hiring more staff, and changing inmate uniforms. The facility redesign aims to address security risks and prevent future escapes. The improvements come after community outrage following Cavalcante's escape and a two-week manhunt. The prison board had concerns about the prison's leadership and operations, prompting a third-party evaluation. Funding for the improvements will come from the county's remaining federal pandemic relief allotment.
- Pennsylvania jail where Danelo Cavalcante escaped will spend millions on security improvements USA TODAY
- Northampton County Council raises issue of Chester County prison escape 69News WFMZ-TV
- Jail where murderer Danilo Cavalcante escaped plans to wall off yard and make other upgrades The Associated Press
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