Northumberland OPP – Investigating Death of Inmate at Warkworth Institution

In Police Blotter

On November 23, 2019, members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of the death of an inmate resulting from an incident at the Warkworth Institution.

Joseph ARCHIBALD, 43, died while in the custody of the federal institution.

The Warkworth Institution is a medium-security prison facility located in the municipality of Brighton, Ontario, between the communities of Meyersburg and Warkworth.

The investigation is being conducted by the Northumberland OPP Crime Unit, with the assistance from Correctional Service Canada and under the direction of Detective Inspector Matt Watson of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB).

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

Join Our Newsletter!

Want to keep up to date on news and events in Northumberland? Subscribe to newsletter!

You may also read!

OPP – Alberta Resident Charged After Significant Drug Seizure in Belleville (Name Released)

Traffic Stop in Belleville and Warrant in Quinte West, Over $100K in Drugs Seized One person is facing a long

Read More...

Video – Dredger Undergoing Repairs After Taking On Water

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BTznhUxG1g Cobourg’s dredger has been out of commission for a few days undergoing repairs. The dredge used for removing accumulated sand

Read More...

Northumberland OPP – Warkworth Inmate Charged with Manslaughter (Name Released)

The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual in relation to a death investigation

Read More...

Mobile Sliding Menu