Oetojo puzzled by jailbreak

Oetojo puzzled by jailbreak

BANDAR LAMPUNG, Lampung: Minister of Justice Oetojo Oesman has ordered an investigation into the frequent jailbreaks at Rajabasa Prison.

Prison officials say at least six prisoners have escaped over the last six months. In the latest incident, two convicts broke out of the jail on Jan. 10.

"It's strange that there is such a high frequency of jailbreaks," Oetojo was quoted as saying by the Antara news agency.

In the Jan. 10 incident, the prisoners managed to saw through their cell bars and escape through the unguarded front gate at about 4 a.m. One of the jailbreakers is known as a repeat offender who often operates in Kalimantan.

Oetojo brushed aside speculation that prison officials may have helped the convicts escape. "There is no indication to support such allegation," he said. (pan)