Contraband Arrests at Hancock State Prison and Hays State Prison

As of July 2010, The GDC Office of Professional Standards, in conjunction with local & federal law enforcement partners, have investigated or arrested approximately 1,120 staff and civilians for introducing contraband into prisons throughout the state.

On October 4 at Hancock State Prison, Officer Anthonika Fraley attempted to introduce contraband into the facility in her bookbag, which consisted of 1 cellphone and 1 silver necklace.  Officer Fraley was arrested by Hancock County Sheriff’s Office.

On October 2 at Hays State Prison, Officer Volatire was arrested by Chattoga County Sheriff’s Office pending an ongoing investigation by GDC Office of Professional Standards for conspiring to bring contraband into the facility.