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Lockdown and search at Springhill Institution Canada All National News 2024-11-01 13:36

Springhill Institution in Nova Scotia was placed in a lockdown on Tuesday, November 1, 2024, after contraband was found during a search of the facility.

The search was conducted by Correctional Service Canada (CSC) staff, with the assistance of the RCMP. During the search, contraband was found in several areas of the institution, including in cells and common areas.

The contraband included cell phones, drugs, and other unauthorized items.

The lockdown was lifted on Wednesday, November 2, 2024, after the search was completed.

CSC is investigating the incident. No charges have been laid at this time.

Additional information:

  • Springhill Institution is a medium-security federal prison for men.
  • The institution has a capacity of 352 inmates.
  • The lockdown was the first at Springhill Institution since 2021.
  • CSC is committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for its staff and inmates.

Sources:

  • Correctional Service Canada
  • RCMP

Lockdown and search at Springhill Institution

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