The whistle blew early Tuesday morning, signaling the end of an unexpected, high-stakes game that had gripped the community. Two players, who had made a daring break for freedom from Alcoentre Prison on Monday evening, were finally cornered. Their audacious play, which started at 6:20 PM, was ultimately shut down by the security forces.
These two men, both Portuguese nationals aged 37 and 44, had attempted a significant escape. They were serving time for serious offenses. One had received a five-year, eight-month sentence for drug trafficking and robbery. The other was serving four years and nine months for similar crimes.
The pursuit was intense, with local authorities on high alert throughout the night. The clock was ticking, but the defense was relentless. A spokesperson from the General Directorate of Reintegration and Prison Services confirmed the capture to the Lusa news agency. They added that the National Republican Guard made the pivotal stop.
It was a swift, decisive move. The game concluded around 7:40 AM, just over 13 hours after their initial sprint from the Azambuja facility. The authorities sealed their victory, ensuring the pair returned to where they belonged.