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    A stash of drugs and cellphones has been intercepted en route into Rimutaka Prison

    A stash of drugs and cellphones has been intercepted en route into Rimutaka Prison


    The stash of contraband was found in a delivery truck trying to access the Upper Hutt prison last Thursday.

    It included 10 cellphones, methamphetamine, LSD and cannabis.

    Prison Director Viv Whelan says they're constantly working to stay a step ahead of new smuggling techniques.

    Police are investigating.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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