Seizure of unauthorized items at Bath Institution

May 6, 2020 – Bath, Ontario – Correctional Service Canada

On May 5, 2020, at about 07:30 a.m., correctional officers seized several packages containing unauthorized items while processing an inmate’s personal effects in Admissions and Discharge at Bath Institution.

The items seized included 3 cell phones, 7 SIM cards, 3 charging cables and 150 grams of tobacco. The total estimated institutional value of this seizure is $12,000.

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) is heightening measures to prevent contraband from entering its institutions in order to help ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone. CSC also works in partnership with the police to take action against those who attempt to introduce contraband into correctional institutions.

CSC has set up a telephone tip line for all federal institutions so that it may receive additional information about activities relating to security at CSC institutions. These activities may be related to drug use or trafficking that may threaten the safety and security of visitors, inmates and staff members working at CSC institutions.

The toll-free number, 1‑866‑780‑3784, helps ensure that the information shared is protected and that callers remain anonymous.

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