News release

More Details in Death at Central Nova Scotia Correctional Facility

Justice

The Department of Justice is releasing more details in the death of an offender today, March 6, at the Central Nova Scotia Correctional Facility in Dartmouth.

The 25-year-old man was discovered in his cell before 8:30 a.m. Foul play is not suspected. His next of kin have been notified.

The man was arrested March 4 and was facing charges of smuggling, importing a controlled substance and possession for the purpose of trafficking. He arrived at the correctional facility on March 4.

Halifax Regional Police, the Medical Examiner Service and the Department of Justice are investigating.