Lockdown and search at Collins Bay Institution– Medium-security unit

News release

November 29, 2019 – Kingston, Ontario – Correctional Service Canada

On November 28, 2019, at about 8:00p.m., a lockdown was put in place at 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. 

Visits have been suspended until the search is completed.

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) is committed to preventing the entry of contraband into its institutions. CSC also works in partnership with the police to take action against those who attempt to introduce contraband into correctional institutions.

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Contacts

Lynn Dufresne
Assistant Warden Management Services
Collins Bay Institution
613-536-6094

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