Assault of an inmate at Mission Institution, medium security unit

On June 20, 2026, an inmate was the victim of an assault in the medium-security unit at Mission Institution.

Assault of an inmate at Mission Institution, medium security unit From: Correctional Service Canada

News release On June 20, 2026, an inmate was the victim of an assault in the medium-security unit at Mission Institution. June 29, 2026 – Mission, British Columbia – Correctional Service Canada The injured inmate was evaluated by staff members and transported to an outside hospital to receive treatment and has since returned to the institution.

The Mission detachment of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the institution are presently investigating the incident. The assailants have been identified, and the appropriate actions have been taken. The safety and security of institutions, their staff, and the public remains the highest priority in the operations of the federal correctional system.

In order to improve practices aimed at preventing this type of incident, the Correctional Service of Canada will review the circumstances of the incident and take the appropriate measures. -30- Contacts Elisa Stappler Assistant Warden Management Services Mission Institution 604-820-5856 Follow us on social media

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