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Quebec Region

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

DRUG SEIZURE AT LECLERC INSTITUTION

Laval, Quebec, July 20, 2011 –On July 19, 2011, at approximately 8:30 p.m., as a result of the vigilance of staff at Leclerc Institution, a medium-security federal penitentiary located in Laval, two balls with a suspicious content were recovered between two perimeter fences.

Upon inspection, a total of 173 grams of marijuana were concealed in the balls. The estimated institutional value of the drugs seized is $17,300.

As part of its Transformation Agenda, the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) is strengthening measures to prevent contraband from entering institutions, in order to help ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone, and promote a rehabilitative environment for inmates. CSC also works in partnership with the police to prosecute inmates and others who attempt to have contraband brought into correctional institutions.

There is a toll free number (450-664-6702) available to citizens for reporting any pressure exerted on a visitor by other visitors and/or inmates involved in drug trafficking, intimidation, assault or loansharking. This information is kept confidential and will be followed up by a security intelligence officer.

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For more information, media representatives may contact:

Carole Brûlé
A/Assistant Warden, Management Services
Correctional Service of Canada
Leclerc Institution, Laval, Quebec
450-664-6717