Northumberland OPP say another inmate has been charged following an investigation into illicit drugs seized at Warkworth Institution.
Police say the investigation began on October 3, 2025, after a correctional officer discovered approximately 15 grams of suspected illicit substances in a cell area within the federal correctional facility. The seizure prompted a joint investigation involving the Ontario Provincial Police and Correctional Service Canada.
As a result of that investigation, police say a warrant was issued, and on January 8, 2026, a 35 year old inmate at Warkworth Institution was charged with possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking, specifically methamphetamine.
The accused was held for a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.
In a statement, police emphasized the ongoing partnership between the OPP and Correctional Service Canada to maintain the safety and security of correctional facilities and surrounding communities. That collaboration includes efforts to prevent contraband from entering institutions, along with thorough investigations when seizures occur.
Police say trafficking of illicit substances inside correctional facilities poses risks to staff, inmates, and the broader public, and remains a priority for enforcement.
(Written by: Joseph Goden)
