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The Correctional Services Department takes every measure to prevent the smuggling of dangerous drugs into correctional institutions and to eradicate their presence there, a department spokesperson said today (April 25).
"The department is committed to maintaining a drug-free environment for all people in its custody," the spokesperson said.
The comments followed the seizure of suspected dangerous drugs from the luggage of an inmate yesterday.
The 16-year-old female had been remanded to Lai King Correctional Institution on a charge of robbery.
During a security search, officers found in her luggage two plastic bags of suspected dangerous drugs and a suspected inhaling instrument.
The case has been reported to the Police.
There have been 62 seizures of dangerous drugs this year to date. Most seizures were made in reception centres.
Ends/Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Issued at HKT 18:00
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