Lockdown and search at Collins Bay Institution – Medium security unity

March 8, 2019 – Kingston, Ontario – Correctional Service Canada

On March 8, 2019, at about 7 a.m., a lockdown was put in place in the medium security unit at Collins Bay Institution, to enable staff members to conduct an exceptional search.

The search was ordered to ensure the safety and security of the institution, its staff and inmates. Normal operations will resume as soon as it is considered safe to do so.

Regularly scheduled visits may be affected. Visitors who have already planned a visit are asked to contact the Institution directly.

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