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Millhaven inmate facing second-degree murder charge in death at prison

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MILLHAVEN, Ont. — Ontario Provincial Police have charged an inmate at a maximum-security prison near Kingston, Ont., in the death of another.

They say an an OPP-led Joint Forces Penitentiary Squad responded to Millhaven Institution on Jan. 8 after correctional officers reported that an inmate had been found with life-threatening injuries.

The force says 29-year-old Victor James later died.

Police say another inmate at the prison was charged with second-degree murder on Tuesday and is in custody. 

They say the accused is scheduled to appear in provincial court in late January. 

The OPP-led investigation also involves the Correctional Services of Canada and the coroner's office. 

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan.11, 2022.

The Canadian Press


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