Archive 2009 – Honourable John van Dongen


February 14, 2009

GUNS AND GANGS TARGETED

PRINCE GEORGE / KELOWNA - Solicitor General John van Dongen announced crime fighting resources for Prince George and Kelowna on Saturday February 14. As part of a strategy to rid B.C. of gang violence that adds 168 new officers to focus on gangs and gun violence in the province, van Dongen announced that both Prince George and Kelowna would each get 16 officers dedicated to getting violent criminals off the streets.

Prince George RCMP describe weapons.
Prince George RCMP describe weapons seized from criminals in the area.
From left: Prince George RCMP Superintendent Brenda Butterworth Carr, Minister Shirley Bond, Prince George Mayor Dan Rogers, Minister Bell, Solicitor General John van Dongen.

SG announces tough on gangs stategy in Kelowna.
SG announces tough on gangs strategy in Kelowna.
Joined by MLA's Al Horning and Ricke Thorpe.

Operations Commmunications Centre.
Tour of the Operations Communications Centre at North District RCMP.


Assistant Commissioner RCMP 'E' Division Al Macintyre describes seized weapons from criminals in Kelowna to Solicitor General John van Dongen.

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