Spring Retail Crime Blitz

On June 6th, the Vancouver Police Department(VPD) held a press conference to announce the remarkable success of their Spring Retail Blitz –an initiative to collaborate with retailers against retail crime. VPD recovered over $600K in stolen goods and made several arrests. The inaugural Law Enforcement Recognition Awards were also awarded to key officers for their exemplary work.

Recent coverage featuring some of the great word done by the Vancouver District Police

• 5 people arrested in Vancouver police DTES fencing sting | CBC News
• Vancouver police bust shoplifting and fencing operation | Watch News Videos Online

Pictured L to R: Tony Hunt (London Drugs), Chief Constable Adam Palmer (Vancouver Police Department (VPD), Inspector Mario Mastropieri (VPD), Sgt. Craig Reynolds (VPD), Rui Rodrigues (RCC)