Seized contraband from Springhill, N.S. institution entered by drone
Nova Scotia's Springhill Institution is seen in this undated file photo.
Seized contraband and unauthorized items estimated to be worth $410,000 reportedly entered the Springhill Institution by drone, according to Correctional Service Canada (CSC).
The seizure, that happened on May 17, included:
methamphetamine
hashish
shatter (a type of cannabis concentrate)
electronics
accessories
CSC said the drone used to drop the package was not seized.
The CSC said no charges were laid against the Springhill Institution. The package was turned over to the RCMP per the Commissioners directive: Management of seized items.
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