End of lockdown and search at Collins Bay Institution – Maximum-security unit
News Release
May 12, 2017 – Kingston, Ontario – Correctional Service Canada
The lockdown put in place at the maximum-security unit at Collins Bay Institution on May 9, 2017, 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.
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Contacts
Wayne Buller
Assistant Warden Management Services
Collins Bay Institution
(613) 536-6094