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Deputy Commissioner Curtis Zablocki -- Picture credit to Alberta RCMP

Alberta RCMP Deputy Commissioner comments on possible provincial policing

Oct 9, 2020 | 4:12 PM

EDMONTON, AB– After many discussions about the possibility of a provincial police force, Alberta RCMP’s Deputy Commissioner Curtis Zablocki gave his thoughts.

Read more: Study on possible provincial police service moving ahead

Statement from Zablocki:

“There is a lot of political commentary and discussion surrounding the provincial police feasibility study currently being conducted here in the province. It is my role to ensure Albertans receive professional, responsive police services, and I will continue to do just that.

There are over 4,500 Alberta RCMP employees who work here and they proudly call this province home. I have the privilege of leading these police professionals, who are committed to the communities they live and serve in, and I am proud of the work they do to safeguard the security of the province each day.

I have made many recent visits throughout the province, meeting with local government and community leaders, Indigenous chiefs and elders, and a variety of organizational leaders who represent rural and municipal interests in Alberta. I’ve heard often that Alberta RCMP employees are engaged, are doing great work, and are supported in their communities.

Our first priority has always been, and will continue to be, keeping Albertans safe. I believe our success in that priority has been due to the strong partnerships and support we have built together with those we serve, and we will remain committed to working closely with those citizens and communities.”