Inmate Surrenders After Viral Release, UK Prison System Scrutinized

Billy Smith, a 35-year-old fraudster, voluntarily returned to prison after a dramatic public surrender, following his accidental release. Meanwhile, Brahim Kaddour-Cherif, a 24-year-old sex offender, remains at large. These incidents have sparked concerns about the UKs overcrowded prison system, with a 128% increase in prisoners released in error in the past year. Authorities are working to update the system, which still relies on paper records.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.