$1.1M in meth, tobacco and cellphones seized at Nova Scotia prison
Correctional Service Canada says the packages of contraband items were discovered Monday at the Springhill Institution "as a result of the vigilance of staff members."
A significant haul of over $1.1 million in contraband, including methamphetamine, tobacco, and cellphones, was recently seized at the Springhill Institution in Nova Scotia, according to Correctional Service Canada (CSC).
The packages containing the illicit items were discovered on Monday at the facility, following the diligent efforts of the prison staff. Included in the seized items were methamphetamine, shatter, cannabis, hashish, as well as various tobacco products and cellphones, with an estimated collective value of $1,161,500.
In response to the seizure, CSC has reported the matter to the relevant police authorities and the institution is conducting its own investigation. Additionally, CSC is taking steps to strengthen its security measures to prevent further contraband from entering the facility. These measures include the use of ion scanners and drug-detector dogs for searches of buildings, personal belongings, inmates, and visitors.
To report any instances of contraband or suspicious activities at federal institutions, CSC has also set up an anonymous tip line at 1-866-780-3784. This service is intended to help prevent any potential safety or security threats posed by drug-related activities within these institutions.
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