Prison Guard Busted Smuggling Contraband in Chile

A Gendarme's Arrest at Colina 1 Prison Highlights Security Concerns in Chile A Chilean gendarme was arrested at the Colina 1 Penitentiary Center on May 27, 2025, after being caught attempting to smuggle illicit substances and cell phones into the prison. Security camera footage captured the gendarme's actions, providing compelling evidence for the arrest. The incident underscores ongoing challenges related to security and contraband within Chilean prisons. According to the video, the gendarme was apprehended while entering his workplace. "When they tried to detain him, he attempted to flee in his vehicle," a narrator explains in the video. The contraband included 24 cell phones and 12.9 grams of cocaine, along with a significant amount of cash. The successful apprehension highlights the collaborative efforts between the Metropolitan West Regional Prosecutor's Office and the Gendarmerie's Criminal Investigation Department. The arrest serves as a reminder of the constant vigilance required to maintain order and security within the prison system. The incident is currently under investigation.