Two HMP Berwyn Workers Busted Over Drug Supply and Corruption
Two women, aged 29 and 32, who work at HMP Berwyn in Wrexham, were arrested today by the Prison Corruption Unit of the North West Regional Organised Crime Unit (NWROCU). They face charges including misconduct in a public office and possession with intent to supply drugs.
The 29-year-old suspects is also held on suspicion of money laundering.
Drugs and Designer Bling Seized in Raids
Police executed warrants at properties in Flint, recovering Class B drugs as well as expensive jewellery and designer clothing. A simultaneous search at HMP Berwyn uncovered Class A drugs inside the prison.
Detective Inspector Slams Corrupt Prison Staff
“These arrests are another great example of the ongoing work between the North West ROCU and HMPPS to tackle the problem of corruption within prisons,” said Detective Inspector Dawn Hampson. “The vast majority of people who work in prisons are upstanding, honest individuals, so it’s important we continue to take action against the small minority who are involved in corrupt activity.”
The investigation highlights the ongoing crackdown on corruption in UK prisons, underlining authorities’ commitment to keeping jails clean and secure.
