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Northumberland 1/7/2026 4:10pm
DRUG INVESTIGATION RESULTS IN CHARGE AT WARKWORTH INSTITUTION

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) - The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual following an investigation into drugs at a correctional facility.

On October 3, 2025, police received a report after approximately 15 grams of suspected illicit drugs were seized by a Correctional Officer in a cell area.

Following an investigation, a warrant was issued, and on January 6, 2026, an individual was charged.

A 51-year-old male inmate at Warkworth Institution, has been charged with:

  • Traffick in Schedule I substance - Methamphetamines

The accused was held to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.


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