Inside El Salvador MEGA Prison: The Alcatraz of Central America
Since the inauguration of El Salvador’s mega prison, often dubbed the Alcatraz of Central America, there has been widespread curiosity about what really happens inside this high-security facility, which houses some of the most dangerous gang members in the country. What’s the prison like? Does it meet international prisoner rights standards? Recently, the President granted limited access to some media outlets to take a tour of this controversial prison after repeatedly denying them access. In this video, we explore the inside of El Salvador’s mega prison and its profound impact on society.
