Two prison officers were arrested after an alleged attempt to smuggle illegal substances into the Prison Farm, it was revealed tonight.

Wayne Caines, the national security minister, revealed the news of the Wednesday incident at a press conference to update the public on Covid-19.

Mr Caines said: “I have been advised of the arrest of two officers who were allegedly attempting to convey illicit substances into the Bermuda Department of Corrections, Farm facility.

“The matter is currently being investigated by the BPS. Both officers are in police custody.”