Drugs, weapons seized after alleged drone crash at Milhaven Institution – Kingston News

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) seized a package of contraband and contraband at Millhaven Institution, located west of Kingston.

According to a release from the federal corrections agency, the package was seized Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024, in a suspected drone crash at the maximum security prison and was discovered as a result of “staff vigilance.” members”.

Items seized included tobacco, crystal methamphetamine, a cold weapon (such as a blade or knife), and a cell phone and cell phone accessories. According to the release, the total estimated institutional value of this withdrawal is $196,400. (The institutional value refers to how much the items are worth if sold within the federal penitentiary system.)

“The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) has increased measures to prevent contraband and contraband from entering its facilities to help ensure a safe and secure environment for all,” the federal agency said.

“CSC is also working with the police to take action against those attempting to bring contraband or illicit items into correctional facilities.”

It the fifth such attack this year took place at the Millhaven Institute in Bathlocated west of Kingston in the town of Loyalist. Kingstonist spoke with CSC in March about the rise in these incidents locally

CSC has a hotline for information about security-related activities in CSC facilities, such as drug use or drug trafficking, that “may threaten the safety of visitors, inmates and staff working in CSC facilities.” Anyone with information about federal prison safety and security can call 1-866-780-3784, which is a secure, toll-free line, and tippers can remain anonymous, according to CSC.