ARThe article reports that the number of people detained in Buenos Aires Province nearly doubled over the last decade, reaching critical overcrowding levels in prisons and detention centers. As of December 2025, there were 63,934 individuals deprived of their freedom, compared to 61,810 the previous year. The data comes from the 20th Annual Report by the Provincial Commission for Memory (CPM), titled 'El sistema de la crueldad XX,' which criticizes the province’s criminal policy. The report highlights a 5% annual increase in detainees, surpassing the global average in incarceration rates. Overcrowding reached 116%, leading to severe health issues and 224 deaths in detention facilities in 2025, most linked to untreated health problems. The CPM documented 91,833 cases of torture and rights violations based on 785 inspections and over 54,500 interviews. It also notes that 47% of detainees lacked a final conviction, with higher percentages among women and transgender individuals. The report criticizes judicial mechanisms such as the high rate of abbreviated trials and rejection of bail requests.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the issue through the lens of systemic abuse and human rights violations, emphasizing the role of authorities and judicial systems in perpetuating these conditions. It uses terms like 'torture,' 'systematic practice,' and 'violations of human rights' to highlight institutionalized
