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Winnipeg Police End Retail Security Shifts | Winnipeg News
Winnipeg’s police chief is shutting down the lucrative off-duty retail security gigs that once paid officers well with minimal risk—ending them by May next year to ensure more officers are available for core policing duties. With over 50,000 hours logged in stores in 2024 and a shrinking police force amid a growing city, the move aims to redirect resources to street-level enforcement. While officers and the union may resist, the chief argues it’s essential for public safety and transparency. Stores will now rely on private security, raising concerns about untrained guards and potential…
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