As we continue our reporting on the serious challenges unfolding at the Westgate Correctional Facility, new information reveals just how deep the issues run—particularly around the ongoing problem of unauthorized cell phones inside the prison walls.
As reported in Part 1, a recent fracas between officers and a few inmate was triggered when one inmate, during a visit to the Treatment of Offenders section, was found charging a cell phone openly on his bed. That incident has become symbolic of a wider concern—the growing intimidation inmates, particularly long-term ones, are exerting over correctional officers, especially younger, less experienced recruits.
Relivable sources tell TNN that the E1 Unit has now reopened, but its purpose has shifted. It is being used almost as a temporary remand section due to the overwhelming number of inmates awaiting trial. Meanwhile, the Maximum Security Unit, which should be the most secure part of the facility, has its own serious issues. In fact, a stash spot for hidden cell phones was recently discovered—an alarming sign that control inside the unit is slipping.
We’re also learning that officers continue to face direct threats and daily intimidation, while the overall condition of the facility remains severely compromised. Plumbing failures, mold growth, and general deterioration of infrastructure paint a grim picture of the prison’s physical state.
Morale among officers is at an all-time low, and leadership appears to be grappling with how to restore order and authority. Some insiders say there is a faction of inmates actively challenging not just officers, but the entire chain of command, making the working environment volatile and unsafe. Others, however, are simply trying to do their time and move on.
It’s clear the situation at Westgate demands urgent attention—not just for the safety of the officers and staff, but for the stability of Bermuda’s correctional system as a whole.
Stay tuned to TNN as we continue to follow this developing story and bring you exclusive updates from inside the island’s only correctional facility.
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