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Violent events involving youth lead to increased Kelowna RCMP patrols

Evening patrols are being increased in the city
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RCMP are cracking down on youth. 

The Kelowna RCMP Community Safety Unit has deployed officers and increased evening patrols following multiple violent events involving youth this fall. 

“We heard the community’s concerns and concentrated our patrols in parks and public spaces focusing on downtown City Park, Centennial Park, Gyro Beach and Ben Lee Park.  Officers conducted more than 30 youth probation compliance checks and as a result, a dozen breach of probation investigations were opened.  RCMP Youth Support Officers collaborate with Youth Justice Services to recommend charges to BC Prosecution Service on these matters,” said Sgt. Scott Powrie of the Community Safety Unit.

On Sept. 27, a 13-year-old girl was attacked and beaten by multiple teens at Gyro Beach on Friday. 

Five youths involved in the attack were arrested and released with strict conditions by Kelowna RCMP and all have future court dates. Mounties are monitoring the five youths to make sure they comply with the conditions. 

RCMP are working with the city and other agencies to address criminal, safety, and youth matters. Proactive patrols and engagement are expected to continue throughout the year. 

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Brittany Webster

About the Author: Brittany Webster

I am a video journalist based in Kelowna and capturing life in the Okanagan
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