Dolpa, October 31, 2026 — Eight inmates have reportedly escaped from the District Prison in Dunai, the headquarters of Dolpa, after allegedly digging a tunnel from inside the prison on Friday night.
According to sources, the inmates fled through the tunnel during the night. Following reports of the escape, a police team led by the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) from the District Police Office, Dolpa, reached the prison.
Police said the exact details would be established only after a detailed investigation and an on-site inspection.
“So far, information has come in that eight inmates escaped. However, a team including the DSP has gone to the prison. An official statement on how many escaped and who they are is expected shortly,” a source said.
Neither the prison administration nor the District Police Office has issued an official statement about the incident.
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