Katie McLellan took office as Calgary's police chief in May, stepping in after the previous chief left without much explanation. From the start, she has made it clear she intends to confront criminals and social disorder head-on.
McLellan emphasizes the need to address those causing trouble in the city rather than offering leniency. She rejects passivity and conveys a firm approach to law enforcement.
"Sooner rather than later you will see Calgary police out tackling the bad actors, sending a long-overdue message on behalf of Calgarians. It is time to take back the streets."
The chief highlights the importance of increasing police numbers to effectively manage crime and maintain order across Calgary. She stresses the city's urgent need for additional officers.
Unlike some officials who get bogged down in politics, McLellan speaks plainly and directly as a hands-on police leader committed to real change in Calgary’s streets.
Calgarians anticipate visible police presence and decisive action under McLellan’s leadership to restore safety and public confidence in law enforcement.
"You ask the new chief a question and she doesn’t regurgitate the tired political talking points used when some cops get high enough up through the ranks they become paper shufflers and forget they are police officers."
Author’s summary: Calgary’s new police chief, Katie McLellan, is determined to restore order by confronting crime decisively and expanding the police force to reclaim the city’s streets.