May 23, 2014 – Kingston, Ontario – Correctional Service Canada
The lockdown put in place at Warkworth Institution on May 20, 2014, has ended and an exceptional search has been completed. The institution has resumed its normal activities.
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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Contact
Chris Stafford
Assistant Warden Management Services
Warkworth Institution
(705) 924-8104
