Violent Offenders

• Bail reform a ‘step forward’ but not enough, say B.C. public safety advocates

  Anti-crime advocates in B.C. say they're pleased to see action to toughen bail conditions, but say it won't be enough to deter crime in the province.

  Crime

  Sep 19, 2023
  
• ‘Maximum security threat’: What we know about the man who killed an Edmonton mom and child

  Muorater Mashar had a long history of violent attacks on innocent people, was difficult in prison and eventually labeled a maximum security offender, parole documents reveal.

  Crime

  May 23, 2023
  
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• B.C. launches 12 targeted enforcement, investigation hubs to tackle repeat violent offenders

  Last month, B.C. announced new police, prosecutor and probation officer teams will pool their expertise to achieve better outcomes when repeat offenders present themselves. 

  Crime

  Apr 12, 2023
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• B.C. to deploy specialized prosecutor teams to target repeat violent offenders

  The moves come on the heels of a 2022 report on prolific and violent offenders that found a need for more resources to support people when they've been released from incarceration.

  Crime

  Mar 31, 2023
• Manitoba launches new integrated warrant unit to crack down on violent offenders

  The province announced $3 million in funding toward an integrated unit of Winnipeg police, RCMP, and other police agencies, with the goal of cracking down on violent offenders.

  Crime

  Nov 3, 2022
• Direct Crown to fight bail for accused criminals, BC Liberals press NDP

  BC Liberal Leader Kevin Falcon told the legislature violent criminals were being emboldened to reoffend, accusing the government of operating a "catch-and-release" policy.

  Politics

  Oct 4, 2022