ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE


Associated tags: RCMP, Private investigator, Crime

Locations: NUNAVUT, ONTARIO, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC, QUEBEC, CANADA

Investigation by the RCMP National Child Exploitation Crime Centre results in the arrest of a Gatineau man for distribution and possession of child sexual abuse material

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Friday, April 19, 2024
Intelligence, Child, Internet, Possession, RCMP, Distribution, Research, Criminal code, Private investigator

He was arrested for Distribution of Child Pornography (163.1(3) Criminal Code) and Possession of Child Pornography (163.1(4) Criminal Code).

Key Points: 
  • He was arrested for Distribution of Child Pornography (163.1(3) Criminal Code) and Possession of Child Pornography (163.1(4) Criminal Code).
  • Investigators searched the residence and seized electronic material that will be further analyzed.
  • The NCECC is the national law enforcement arm of the National Strategy for the Protection of Children from Sexual Exploitation on the Internet.
  • It is the central point of contact for investigations related to online sexual exploitation of children across the country and internationally when the victim or offender is Canadian.

Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre supports OPP in major grandparent fraud investigation

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
Competition Bureau, Grandparent, Name, News, OPP, CAFC, Social media, Fear, Human, Fraud, Online shopping

This is at least the third major investigation since 2021 resulting in the arrest of individuals behind this type of fraud.

Key Points: 
  • This is at least the third major investigation since 2021 resulting in the arrest of individuals behind this type of fraud.
  • The OPP arrests highlight that these frauds are carried out by serious and organized fraud groups based in Québec and national in scope.
  • The CAFC supported this investigation by linking and sharing fraud reports from victims across Canada and from law enforcement partners with the OPP.
  • Since 2021, Canadian police arrested more than 70 money mules picking up money at victim residences in every province.

RCMP Progress Update on Recommendations from Mass Casualty Commission Final Report

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Blue force tracking, Emergency, Health, Mass-casualty incident, Black Nova Scotians, Attention, First Nations, Crime, Sound, Face, Commissioner, Woman, Memory, Incident response team, Violence, Research, Policy, Dive (Belgian band), Gender equality, MCC, Commission, Outline, Survivor, Accountability, Justice, Playbook, Paramount, Safety, Communes of Burundi, Pain, Government, Courage, Police, RCMP, Management

The MCC's findings and recommendations have significant implications for the RCMP, police services across the country, all levels of government, and Canadian society at large.

Key Points: 
  • The MCC's findings and recommendations have significant implications for the RCMP, police services across the country, all levels of government, and Canadian society at large.
  • The strategy we published today on our website outlines work that began even before the MCC tabled its Final Report, dating back to 2020.
  • It is a demonstration of my commitment, and that of the whole RCMP, to respond to the MCC's recommendations.
  • We are contributing to another 55 recommendations, where the work requires collaboration with our federal and provincial government or policing partners.

Fraud Prevention Month 2024: Fighting fraud in the digital era

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
Marketing, Competition Bureau, Competition, CAFC, Fraud, RCMP, Crime

If you have information about deceptive marketing practices, report it to the Competition Bureau .

Key Points: 
  • If you have information about deceptive marketing practices, report it to the Competition Bureau .
  • In 2023, the top three most reported types of fraud were identity fraud, service fraud, and phishing –all designed to get you to pay or give away sensitive information like your social insurance number, passwords or banking details.
  • In 2023, the CAFC received 116,403 reports which included at least 41,873 victims of fraud.
  • As fraud continues to evolve we want to remind Canadian to remain vigilant by recognizing, rejecting, and reporting fraud."

Sextortion - a public safety crisis affecting our youth

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Online, Parent, Life, RCMP, News, Caregiver, Child, Prevalence, Internet, Crime, Department of Justice (Canada), Sensitive, Directory, Friends, Self-harm, Social media, Communication, Aggression, Education, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Suicide

Sextortion is an online crime that affects youth in every province, territory, region and city across the country.

Key Points: 
  • Sextortion is an online crime that affects youth in every province, territory, region and city across the country.
  • Everyone has a responsibility to protect youth by reducing the stigma and encouraging youth to speak out if they or their friends are being targeted.
  • Public Safety Canada provides youth, parents and caregivers with educational resources on Online Dangers , including sextortion.
  • NeedHelpNow.ca – A resource for youth who have had an intimate image shared online or are experiencing online sexual violence.

RCMP launches Race-Based Data Collection pilot project

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
D Division, Privacy Act, Collection, Policy, Police, Initiative, RCMP "E" Division, RCMP, Privacy, RBDC, Nature

After two-years of extensive consultations in communities across Canada, the RCMP's Race-Based Data Collection (RBDC) Initiative will be piloted in select detachments across the country starting in January 2024.

Key Points: 
  • After two-years of extensive consultations in communities across Canada, the RCMP's Race-Based Data Collection (RBDC) Initiative will be piloted in select detachments across the country starting in January 2024.
  • The collection of race-based data to understand police interactions (such as wellness checks, and arrests) and use of force will provide evidence-based information to help improve how the RCMP provides services to diverse communities.
  • In 2022, the RCMP received federal funding for various efforts to address systemic racism and discrimination within the organization, including the implementation of Race Based Data Collection.
  • The collection, management and use of race-based data is consistent with RCMP's responsibilities under the Privacy Act and RCMP Act.

Additional charges laid against Ottawa youth arrested on terrorism offences

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Terrorism, Violence, Violent extremism, Safety, RCMP, Criminal code, The Criminal Code

OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 18, 2023 /CNW/ - RCMP Federal Policing Integrated National Security Enforcement Team (INSET) executed a search warrant on the residence of the Ottawa youth arrested on terrorism offences.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 18, 2023 /CNW/ - RCMP Federal Policing Integrated National Security Enforcement Team (INSET) executed a search warrant on the residence of the Ottawa youth arrested on terrorism offences.
  • The search of the residence uncovered materials that are used in creating explosive substances.
  • The RCMP is concerned with the growing trend of violent extremism, in particular, the increase in youth involvement.
  • If there is an immediate threat to your safety, or the safety of others, please dial 911.

Ottawa youth arrested on terrorism offences

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Saturday, December 16, 2023
Youth, Integrated Terrorism Assessment Centre, Terrorism, Canadian Security Intelligence Service, Violence, Safety, Arrest, Ottawa Police Service, Security Intelligence Service, Dehumanization, Criminal code, Violent extremism, The Criminal Code, Intelligence, Ontario Provincial Police, Fear, CSIS, Person, Partnership, Internet, Pain, Parent, Homeland Security Information Network, RCMP, Private investigator, Drug

OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 16, 2023 /CNW/ - On December 15, 2023, the RCMP Federal Policing Integrated National Security Enforcement Team in Ottawa, in cooperation with, and support from, the Ottawa Police Service, Ontario Provincial Police, Canadian Security Intelligence Service and other National Security Partners, arrested and charged a young person for terrorism-related offences under the Criminal Code of Canada in connection with terrorist activity.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 16, 2023 /CNW/ - On December 15, 2023, the RCMP Federal Policing Integrated National Security Enforcement Team in Ottawa, in cooperation with, and support from, the Ottawa Police Service, Ontario Provincial Police, Canadian Security Intelligence Service and other National Security Partners, arrested and charged a young person for terrorism-related offences under the Criminal Code of Canada in connection with terrorist activity.
  • The Youth Criminal Justice Act prevents any further release of information regarding this individual.
  • The RCMP would like to recognize the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), Ottawa Police Service, Ontario Provincial Police Provincial Anti-Terrorism Section, the Integrated Terrorism Assessment Centre, and other national security partners for their indispensable collaboration.
  • Since June 2023, the RCMP has arrested five young persons on terrorism-related offences – either terrorism related charges or laying of information for a Terrorism Offence Peace Bond.

Sextortion: It's a scam. It's trending. You can make it stop!

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Online, Communication, Directory, Justice, RCMP, Crime, Life, Special Investigation Service, Parent, Police, Canadian Centre for Child Protection, The Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Quebec, Public Safety Canada, Aggression, Privacy, Computer, Child, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, Risk, Sensitive, Social media, Caregiver, Tourism, Online shopping, Toy, Drug, Cryptocurrency, Private investigator

It is a crime where anyone, including children, can be victimized through their phones, gaming consoles and computers.

Key Points: 
  • It is a crime where anyone, including children, can be victimized through their phones, gaming consoles and computers.
  • While everyone is at risk of financial sextortion, recent findings suggest that young boys have represented the majority of cases in the last year.
  • It is important to remember that while boys represent the majority of reported victims, anyone can be victimized.
  • Also remember that you are not alone – if this has happened to you, there is help and there is life after images.

RCMP honours its fallen members Sunday, September 10

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Monday, September 11, 2023
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On Sunday, September 10, 2023, employees and honoured guests came together to honour the fallen at the RCMP National Memorial Service.

Key Points: 
  • On Sunday, September 10, 2023, employees and honoured guests came together to honour the fallen at the RCMP National Memorial Service.
  • This event, held annually on the second Sunday of September, honours regular members, special constables, auxiliary constables and civilian members who lost their lives in the line of duty.
  • Family, friends, dignitaries and RCMP employees from across Canada came together to pay tribute to the fallen at a memorial parade on Sunday morning.
  • This day marks the dedication of the Cenotaph, which was unveiled at Depot on September 8, 1935, and includes the enduring tradition that began in 1876 when RCMP members, auxiliary members, cadets and veterans would parade to honour their fallen comrades on Sleigh Square.