End of lockdown and search at Warkworth Institution

In Police Blotter

The lockdown put in place at Warkworth Institution on July 30, 2024 has ended and the exceptional search has been completed.

The institution has returned to its normal operations and visits have resumed.

During the exceptional search, contraband and unauthorized items were found. The items seized included drugs, drug paraphernalia, handmade “stabbing” weapons, tattoo paraphernalia, as well as cell phones and accessories.

Correctional Service Canada (CSC) has strengthened measures to prevent the entry of contraband into its institutions in order to ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone. CSC also works in partnership with the police to take action against those who attempt to have contraband brought into correctional institutions.

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