Blueprints of UK prisons leaked online prompting immediate action from authorities

Blueprints of prison layouts in England and Wales were leaked on the dark web, prompting the Ministry of Justice to take immediate action. The maps include sensitive details like camera locations, raising security concerns. Officials are investigating the source of the leak and its potential impact. The Ministry has not specified which prisons are affected but confirmed a data breach. This incident occurs amid ongoing prison overcrowding issues, leading to early release programs and changes in offender security classifications. A sentencing review is being launched to address these challenges.