Crystal meth, THC worth almost $300K seized at Dorchester Penitentiary

A security camera outside Dorchester Penitentiary in Dorchester, N.B.

Packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Dorchester Penitentiary, a medium security facility in Dorchester, N.B.

Correctional Services Canada (CSC) says the items seized included crystal methamphetamine, nicotine patches and THC, with an estimated institutional value of $281,700.

CSC says police have been notified and Dorchester Penitentiary is investigating.

“The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) uses a number of tools to prevent drugs from entering its institutions. These tools include ion scanners and drug-detector dogs to search buildings, personal property, inmates, and visitors,” reads a news release from CSC.

“CSC is heightening measures to prevent contraband from entering its institutions in order to help ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone.”

A toll-free tip line has been set up for all federal institutions. The CSC is asking anyone with information related to drug use or trafficking that may threaten the safety and security of visitors, inmates, and staff to call 1-866-780-3784.

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