Two Men, Teen Arrested for Drug Smuggling at Newberry Prison

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Michigan State Police have arrested two men and a 16-year-old in connection with an alleged attempt to smuggle drugs into the Newberry Correctional Facility. The arrests came after officers stopped a suspicious vehicle near the prison and discovered a package containing methamphetamine and THC wax in the prison yard.

Why it matters

Drug smuggling into prisons is an ongoing issue that raises concerns about inmate safety, security breaches, and the ability of correctional facilities to maintain control and order. This incident highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement in preventing the flow of illegal substances into prisons.

The details

The investigation began when officers stopped a suspicious vehicle near the Newberry Correctional Facility on February 28. Shortly after, a package was discovered in the prison yard containing methamphetamine and THC wax. This led to the arrests of two men from Kalamazoo - 27-year-old Trayvonte Brown and 32-year-old Daquarius Turner - as well as a 16-year-old from Battle Creek. The two men have been charged with drug delivery, bringing contraband into a prison, and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. They are currently being held on $10,000 bond each and are scheduled to appear in court on March 12.

• The incident occurred on February 28.
• The two men are scheduled to appear in court on March 12.

What’s next

The judge will decide on March 12 whether to allow Trayvonte Brown and Daquarius Turner to be released on bail.