Subjects: PSF, CFG

End of lockdown and search at Drumheller Institution - Medium security unit

DRUMHELLER, AB, Jan. 22, 2018 /CNW/ - The lockdown put in place at the medium security unit at Drumheller Institution on January 18, 2018, has ended and an exceptional search has been completed. The institution has resumed its normal operations.

A number of unauthorized items were found during the exceptional search.

Correctional Service Canada (CSC) is strengthening 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.

Visits to the institution have resumed.

 

SOURCE Correctional Services of Canada Prairie Region

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