Correctional Officer Arrested for Prison Contraband

0:00A correctional officer at the William E. Donaldson Correctional Facility in Bessemer, Alabama, faces charges for promoting prison contraband. The Alabama Department of Corrections arrested 22-year-old Marquiet Smith after an investigation into her alleged involvement. Earlier this week, on Tuesday, March 24, an narcotics agency obtained warrants to arrest Smith and search her home. They reportedly found about 134 grams of marijuana there. This case highlights ongoing efforts to combat contraband in Alabama prisons, where such items can pose serious risks to security and inmate safety. Smith was booked into Jefferson County jail on charges of first degree promoting prison contraband and marijuana possession. Officials say the probe continues, and more charges may come as they dig deeper. We'll stay on top of any updates from the Department of Corrections as this unfolds. From your city, powered by AI, this is Birmingham News Today. I'm Corey with The Story.