End of lockdown and search at Dorchester Penitentiary - Medium security unit

News Release

May 5, 2016 – Dorchester, New Brunswick – Correctional Service Canada

The lockdown put in place in the medium security unit at Dorchester Penitentiary on April 25, 2016 has ended. The institution has resumed its normal operations.

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.

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Contact

Émile Belliveau
Assistant Warden, Management Services
Dorchester Penitentiary
(506) 851-1253

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