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Winnipeg Crackdown: Did It Work? | Winnipeg News
Winnipeg’s bold police crackdown on open drug use and trafficking may have cleared streets of visible activity, but without released data, its real impact—and whether it pushed harm underground—remains a mystery. Over 100 arrests were made across downtown and neighborhoods like West Broadway, yet reports suggest drug use quickly returned to the West End. Critics warn enforcement alone won’t solve the crisis, calling for treatment, support, and evidence-based strategies. Officials and the Chamber of Commerce agree transparency is vital—but until data is shared and community voices are heard…
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