Province commits $10 million to combat rural crime
EDMONTON – The provincial government has announced additional funding to help combat rural crime.
During a news conference Friday morning, Justice Minister and Solicitor General Kathleen Ganley announced the province will be investing $10 million dollars to hire more RCMP officers and Crown prosecutors in rural communities.
“All Albertans deserve to be safe in their homes and their communities,” Ganley said in a statement. “With help from our valued partners in the RCMP, we have developed a detailed plan to protect rural Albertans and their property.
“While there’s no single, easy solution to fix rural crime, our strategy puts several important tools in the crime-fighting toolbox. More civilian staff means more frontline officers on the street, while more Crown prosecutors will mean more timely access to justice.”