Lewes prison LIVE: Horror as ‘two inmates fighting for life’ at UK jail | UK | News

Emergency crews have rushed to the scene of an incident at a huge UK jail.

Ambulances have been spotted at Lewes Prison on Friday afternoon.

A spokesperson for South East Coast Ambulance Service told The Argus: « We can confirm we are attending an incident at HMP Lewes reported to us at approximately midday today, March 28. »

The Argus is reporting that two inmates are ‘fighting for their lives’ with several more reportedly injured after falling ill at the prison, which is home to nearly 700 criminals.

Express.co.uk has contacted the prison service and emergency services for further information.

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