A woman in her 40s from Halden was apprehended by police while trying to enter Halden prison on Tuesday evening. The arrest occurred during a routine access control, raising concerns about drug smuggling into the facility. A police narcotics dog alerted officers to the woman, prompting a search that revealed she was carrying a considerable quantity of illegal substances.

According to Håvard Strand, the acting crime chief of Halden police, the seriousness of drug-related offenses is exacerbated when those drugs are attempted to be smuggled into a prison. This incident underscores the ongoing issue of contraband entering correctional facilities, which not only poses a threat to the safety of inmates and staff but also complicates law enforcement efforts.

This arrest brings attention to the need for stringent security measures in such institutions to prevent drug trafficking inside prisons. The case reflects broader discussions about the challenges faced by law enforcement in combating drug-related crime and the efforts required to maintain prison integrity against external threats.