The Venezuelan Prison Observatory (OVP) reports that 8,192 individuals in detention have died over the last 15 years. So far this year, at least 54 deaths have been recorded, with the majority attributed to untreated illnesses. The OVP raises serious concerns about the conditions within Venezuelan prisons and the lack of timely medical care for inmates. This data highlights a continuing crisis within the nation’s penal system. The organization’s report underscores a pattern of neglect and inadequate healthcare provisions for prisoners. These findings contribute to growing international scrutiny of human rights issues in Venezuela. The OVP continues to document and denounce the dire situation within Venezuelan correctional facilities.