Two men have been transported to hospital with injuries following a violent incident at Western Plains Correctional Centre in Geelong on Tuesday afternoon.
Emergency services rushed to the correctional facility after reports emerged of a stabbing involving multiple inmates. The incident occurred within the prison walls, prompting immediate lockdown procedures and a significant response from authorities.
Emergency Response and Hospitalisation
Ambulance Victoria confirmed they treated two male patients at the scene before transporting them to hospital for further medical attention. A spokesperson stated that both patients were in a stable condition when paramedics handed them over to hospital staff.
The exact nature of their injuries hasn't been officially disclosed, though sources indicate they sustained stab wounds during the altercation. Medical teams at the receiving hospital were placed on standby as the inmates were being transported from the correctional facility.
Police Investigation Underway
Victoria Police have launched a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the violent outbreak. Detectives were seen entering the facility shortly after the incident was reported to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
The correctional centre implemented immediate security protocols, including locking down affected areas to prevent further violence and to preserve the crime scene. Prison authorities are working closely with police to determine what triggered the altercation and whether any weapons were involved.
A Victoria Police spokesperson confirmed they were investigating "an incident at Western Plains Correctional Centre" but declined to provide specific details while the investigation remains ongoing.
Ongoing Security Assessment
Corrections Victoria has initiated its own internal review of the incident to assess whether proper security protocols were followed and if any additional measures are needed to prevent similar occurrences.
Western Plains Correctional Centre, located in the Geelong region, is a medium-security facility that houses adult male prisoners. The centre has faced previous security challenges, though authorities maintain that incidents of this nature are relatively rare.
Prison visitor schedules and operations were temporarily disrupted as staff secured the facility and assisted with the police investigation. Normal operations are expected to resume once authorities confirm the situation has been fully contained and all security concerns addressed.
The Department of Justice and Community Safety has been notified of the incident and is monitoring the situation closely as both the police investigation and internal review proceed.
