Deadly Prison Protests Break Out in Italy as Virus Fear Spreads

Anti-riot police officers stand guard outside the Sant’Anna prison in Modena, Italy on March 9.Photographer: Piero Cruciatti/AFP via Getty Images
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At least six people died in prison riots across Italy as inmates staged violent protests over their treatment during the coronavirus outbreak.