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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

LOCKDOWN AND EXCEPTIONAL SEARCH AT WARKWORTH INSTITUTION

Warkworth, Ontario, October 24, 2011-  At approximately 11:05 a.m., on October 23, 2011 Warkworth Institution, a medium security federal institution was placed on lockdown in order to facilitate an exceptional search of the institution. The lockdown is a result of the seizure of unauthorized items from inmates in the institution.

The search is being conducted to ensure the ongoing safety and security of the institution, its staff and the inmates. The institution will re-open as soon as searching is complete and it is determined safe to do so.

Visits will be suspended until the search has been completed.

CSC is committed to preventing contraband from entering its institutions. Our efforts contribute towards ensuring a safe and secure environment for staff and inmates. CSC also works in partnership with the police to take action against those who attempt to have contraband brought into correctional institutions.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION, MEDIA PERSONNEL MAY CONTACT:

Cindy Herrington
Assistant Warden Management Services
Correctional Service Canada
Warkworth Institution