Key facts
- Israel's prison service has approved the use of crocodiles as a security measure.
- The decision aims to deter potential prison breaks.
- Crocodiles will be deployed to enhance perimeter security at facilities holding high-risk inmates.
Israel's prison service has approved a new security measure that will allow for the use of crocodiles to deter potential prison breaks. This decision comes after a review of existing security protocols and is intended to bolster the perimeter security at facilities housing high-risk inmates. The move reflects an unconventional approach to enhancing safety and preventing escapes.