Carandiru

Carandiru was the largest prison in Latin America and held up to 8,000 prisoners until its demolition in 2002. In 1992, it was the site of the Carandiru massacre which is cited as one of Brazil's greatest human rights violations. The commanding officer of the military police who suppressed the supposed riot was sentenced to 632 years in prison for his role in the massacre. This sentence was rescinded when the officer claimed he was just following orders.

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