September 10, 2015 – Dorchester, New Brunswick – Correctional Service Canada
On September 9, 2015, at about 1:30 p.m., a lockdown was put in place in the medium security unit at Dorchester Penitentiary, to enable staff members to conduct an exceptional search.
The safety and security of the institutions is the Correctional Service of Canada's (CSC) primary concern. Normal operations will resume as soon as it is considered safe to do so.
Regularly scheduled visits may be affected. Visitors who have already planned a visit are asked to contact the Institution directly.
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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Cathy Theriault
A/Communication Advisor
Correctional Service Canada - Atlantic
506-851-2186
