Prison surpeuplée, cells vétustes… Zoom in on the prison conditions in the Angers prison

90% of the quiet of the house in Angers does not exceed 3 m² of individual surface area. “It is under the condition of human dignity,” Jean Chevrollier, lawyer at the Barreau d'Angers and long-time benefactor at Genepi, is precise. The room is made up of triple cells with a layer of water and a surface area of ​​at least 1 m² per person. The “indignes” detention conditions are subject to a report by the Plenipotentiary General for Deprivation of Liberty.

Cemented walls, sun in rough concrete, separate toilets with a simple curtain… The building that housed the relaxation centre in Angers was built in 1856. I have no showers in the cell and no water available. “Ce qui m'a le plus choqué, se…that is …