The Manitoba First Nations Police Service has launched a new pilot project aimed at boosting safety in First Nation communities across the province.

 

The Crime Reduction and Enforcement Unit, known as CREU, is a specialized team focused on intelligence-led policing and targeted enforcement. The unit will tackle key issues like illegal firearms, drug trafficking, and gang activity.

 

Police say the initiative will also support harm-reduction efforts and strengthen partnerships with other agencies to respond to emerging threats.

 

Chief of Police Jason Colon says the new unit allows officers to take a more proactive approach while staying grounded in the values of the communities they serve.

 

The one-year pilot will be evaluated for effectiveness, with plans to expand into a permanent program if successful.

 

The service says the project is part of its broader strategy to modernize policing and improve safety across all 12 communities it serves.