Calgary Police Conduct Enforcement Blitz in Downtown
Over 100 Calgary police and bylaw enforcement officers carried out a focused crackdown in the city’s downtown on Wednesday to improve safety in key areas. The one-day operation led to 20 arrests, numerous court summonses, and referrals to social service agencies.
Operation Order Details
Called Operation Order, the initiative involved reallocating officers from other parts of Calgary to strengthen enforcement efforts downtown. The city described the goal as enhancing public safety through strategic patrols, targeted enforcement, community outreach, and connecting individuals with support services.
Activities During the Blitz
- Patrolling priority areas by police, community safety, and transit peace officers
- Enforcing bylaws and criminal laws related to drug use, possession, trafficking, and violence
- Engaging with individuals to provide referrals to social supports
"Enhance public safety in priority areas downtown through strategic patrols, focused enforcement, community outreach and referrals to support services."
Community Impact
The crackdown reflects Calgary’s commitment to tackling crime and improving the downtown environment by combining law enforcement with social support connections.
Summary: Calgary’s police deployed a large-scale enforcement operation in the downtown area, successfully increasing safety through arrests and outreach, blending law enforcement with community support efforts.