Dorchester Penitentiary in New Brunswick has ended a lockdown that was implemented after corrections officers seized handmade stabbing weapons and alcohol. The prison returned to normal operations following the incident, according to officials.
The lockdown was initiated after staff discovered contraband items, including improvised stabbing weapons and homemade alcohol, during a search of the facility. The contraband was confiscated, and the prison was placed on lockdown to ensure the safety of inmates and staff.
The penitentiary, located in Dorchester, New Brunswick, is a medium-security federal institution. It houses male offenders and has a capacity of approximately 300 inmates. The lockdown was lifted after officials determined that the situation was under control.
No injuries were reported during the incident. The Correctional Service of Canada is investigating how the contraband entered the facility. This is not the first time Dorchester Penitentiary has faced such issues; previous lockdowns have occurred due to similar contraband seizures.
The prison's administration emphasized that security measures have been reinforced to prevent future incidents. Inmates found to be involved in the possession or manufacture of contraband may face disciplinary actions, including segregation or transfer to higher-security facilities.
