June 4, 2014 – Dorchester, New Brunswick – Correctional Service Canada
The lockdown put in place at Dorchester Penitentiary on May 29, 2014, has ended and an exceptional search has been completed. The institution has resumed its normal operations.
A number of unauthorized items were found during the search.
Correctional Service of 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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Nadine Boucher
Chief of Administration
Dorchester Penitentiary
(506) 379-4015
