B.C. Premier David Eby Names Head of New Committee to Combat Extortion
B.C. Premier David Eby has appointed Paul Dadwal, a seasoned law enforcement professional, to lead a newly established community advisory committee aimed at collaborating with the province’s Extortion Task Force.
Dadwal brings a wealth of experience from his time with the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of British Columbia, where he specialized in combating organized crime. Eby praised Dadwal’s expertise in crime prevention and community engagement, emphasizing the importance of leveraging diverse perspectives to tackle the ongoing extortion issues effectively.
In response to the escalating extortion crisis plaguing the region, Eby unveiled several strategic changes during a recent meeting with business leaders. Describing the situation as a “slow-motion terror attack,” he highlighted the urgent need for coordinated efforts between law enforcement and the community to address threats emanating from criminal activities south of the Fraser River.
Acknowledging the severity of the situation, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General Nina Krieger outlined proactive measures being taken to combat extortion. These include securing additional police resources, enhancing RCMP support, and convening a national summit to address extortion-related challenges faced by communities nationwide.
The announcement has garnered support from Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke and Surrey Police Service Chief Norm Lipinski, who stress the importance of prioritizing community input and engagement in combating extortion. Both officials emphasized the critical role of grassroots collaboration in defining success and progress in the fight against crime.
Keyphrase: Extortion Task Force Collaboration