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DONNACONA, QC, October 7, 2005 - On October 5, 2005, the staff of Donnacona Institution, a maximum security federal penitentiary, seized 18.3 grams of PCP with an institutional value of $9,150.

During a cell search planned by institutional security, correctional officers found a packet of drugs measuring approximately one inch by two and a half inches. The packet was hidden behind two books on a shelf. The case will be transferred to Sûreté du Québec investigators.

The authorities at Donnacona Institution wish to remind citizens that there is a toll free telephone line (1 866 355 DONA or (3662)) for reporting any pressure to which a visitor may be subjected by other visitors and/or inmates involved in drug trafficking, intimidation, assault and loan sharking. Such information is treated with confidentiality and a Security Intelligence Officer provides follow up.

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For further information, media representatives are asked to contact:

Richard Bolduc
Acting Assistant Warden, Management Services
(418) 285-2455, ext. 2110