The operator of a drone whom officials allege was using the device to deliver prohibited items to a prison in Saint-Jérôme was arrested.
Quebec’s Ministry of Public Security says prison staff prevented the drone delivery.
“The interception of the drone and its pilot, like the numerous seizures made across Quebec in recent months, demonstrates that correctional services are making the necessary efforts to ensure greater security in detention facilities,” said Line Fortin, associate deputy minister of correctional services.
“In Saint-Jérôme, the collaboration between the detention centre teams and the police service was a key element of this intervention, and I thank everyone involved for their quick and effective response.”
The Ministry of Public Security says the interception of prohibited good is thanks to increased resources two years ago.