Five Prison Guards Investigated for Corruption at Val-d’Oise Facility

The guards are accused of smuggling illicit items into cells, prompting an ongoing investigation into corruption and organized crime in French prisons.

Five prison guards from the Osny facility in Val-d’Oise have been placed under investigation for alleged corruption and smuggling of illicit items into cells.
The items reportedly smuggled included mobile phones, alcohol, and cannabis, concealed in food packages delivered to inmates.
The investigation began after a formal report by the prison administration to the Pontoise prosecutor, following suspicious activities within the facility.
Preliminary searches uncovered significant evidence, including thousands of euros in cash at the homes of some implicated guards.
Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin has called for stricter measures to combat corruption within public service roles, with further announcements expected during his upcoming visits to penitentiary institutions.