April 06, 2020

Contraband Arrest at Johnson State Prison

As of July 2010, The GDC Office of Professional Standards, in conjunction with local & federal law enforcement partners, have investigated or arrested approximately 1,399 staff and civilians for introducing contraband into prisons throughout the state.

On April 2 at Johnson State Prison, two civilians were spotted near the facility’s perimeter. They were found with numerous bottles filled with unknown contraband. Both civilians were taken to the Johnson County Jail.