Early morning today, an explosion shook the walls of Azkaban Prison, in what is claimed to be the most brash and brutal breakout attempt in Azkaban's history. Bellatrix Lestrange, a dangerous criminal apprehended at Hogwarts yesterday, had been transferred to the prison late last night. The bodies of many inmates, including Bellatrix, are missing from the wreckage, leaving no other plausible explanation but the sinister escape ploy.
The Minister pledges to find and arrest all of the escaped prisoners in a swift and timely fashion. The Hit Wizard Division will devote its energy to the task with the full support of the Aurors and the Unspeakables. Daily Prophet readers are urged to be on high alert for any suspicious activity in public places.