Assault of two inmates at Kent Institution

July 2, 2026 – Agassiz, British Columbia – Correctional Service Canada

In two separate incidents, on June 28 and 29, 2026, two inmates were victims of assaults at Kent Institution, a maximum-security federal institution. 

The injured inmates were evaluated by staff members and transported to outside hospitals to receive treatment.

The Agassiz detachment of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the institution are presently investigating the incidents.

The assailants have been identified, and the appropriate actions have been taken.

No staff members or other inmates were injured during these incidents.

The safety and security of institutions, their staff, and the public remains the highest priority in the operations of the federal correctional system.

In order to improve practices aimed at preventing this type of incident, the Correctional Service of Canada will review the circumstances of the incident and take the appropriate measures.

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