VPD whistleblower accuses department of enforcing arrest quotas Downtown Eastside

April 23, 2025, 6:21 pm

A Vancouver Police Department whistleblower has alleged that officers are under pressure to meet arrest quotas in the Downtown Eastside, fueling controversy over law enforcement practices. The claim has prompted local watchdogs to call for an investigation, suggesting that such measures risk eroding community trust while sacrificing fairness.

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