End of lockdown and search at Dorchester Penitentiary - Medium security unit
News Release
September 30, 2016 – Dorchester, New Brunswick – Correctional Service Canada
The lockdown put in place at the medium security unit of Dorchester Penitentiary on September 19, 2016 has ended and an exceptional search has been completed. The institution has resumed its normal operations.
A number of unauthorized items and contraband were found during the exceptional search.
Correctional Service Canada (CSC) is strengthening measures to prevent the entry of contraband into its institutions 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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