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Former contracted employee at jail sentenced for smuggling drugs to inmates

Bellingham, WALocal News

Dylan Ramion, a 27-year-old contractor at Whatcom County Jail, received a six-month prison sentence for smuggling drugs to inmates. In April, corrections deputies discovered contraband, including vapes, medication, and pills, hidden inside the facility. Investigators determined that Ramion conspired with an inmate's wife to facilitate the drug delivery. He pled guilty to a charge of controlled substance delivery and was sentenced on July 29. This case raises significant concerns regarding the effectiveness of security protocols in correctional facilities.

Local officials may need to implement stricter measures to prevent contraband smuggling. Ramion's actions not only jeopardized inmate safety but also posed risks to staff and facility integrity. Addressing these security vulnerabilities is essential for maintaining order within the jail system.

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