Contraband Arrest at Telfair 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 1,149 staff and civilians for introducing contraband into prisons throughout the stat

On November 18 at Telfair State Prison, Visitor Ravaughn Burch attempted to enter the facility. After consenting to a search, security staff discovered 2 bundles wrapped in black tape. The bundles contained 3.6 grams of tobacco and 2.6 grams of marijuana. Visitor Burch was arrested by the Telfair County Sheriff’s Office.