Released 26/08/2019
ACT Policing attended a major incident at Bimberi Youth Justice Centre Monday evening, 26 August. The incident involved several young people and staff. The centre was secured.
An investigation by ACT Policing into this incident is underway.
WorkSafe ACT attended and will conduct their own investigation into the incident.
The Community Services Directorate will continue to work closely with ACT Policing and WorkSafe ACT whilst these investigations are underway.
The safety and care of young people and staff at Bimberi remains the number one priority. Assistance and support continue to be provided to young people and staff.
As a result of this incident and high demand experienced throughout the day at The Canberra Hospital, a Code Brown was called at approximately 8pm. The Emergency Department at The Canberra Hospital was on ambulance bypass from approximately 8.30pm for two hours.
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