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Prison Security Tightens Grip on Contraband
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- Jun 20, 2026
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- 82
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Summary
Inside Elayn Hunt Correctional Center, a new warden has launched a fierce crackdown on contraband and employee misconduct, leading to over a dozen arrests this year—including staff caught texting inmates, having relationships with them, or smuggling drugs and phones. Visitors, contractors, and even delivery drivers aren’t spared. With new tech exposing hidden devices and a relentless focus on tiny smuggling spots like belt buckles and shoe insoles, the facility is going paperless to stay ahead. But the biggest threat? The elusive synthetic drug “Mojo,” disguised on paper and easily ordered online—making it a persistent, dangerous challenge. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/86f88052fafc035f