The Specialized Response Team is picking up momentum

Maple Ridge, B.C. – In just over seven months since its inception, SRT is yielding results.

SRT was first introduced to the public in June of 2022, and in the short amount of time that the team has been operating they have made a significant impact to the community.

The utilization of intelligence gathering and the team’s ability to be both strategic and proactive in their policing approach, combined with their experience, knowledge of the community, high criminality areas and the ability to identify prolific offenders, has proven integral in the team’s ability to execute over 60 arrest warrants and recovery of over $150,000 in stolen property.

"This team of highly motivated and driven police officers, has shown their uncanny ability to be in the right place at the right time." States Sgt. Crystal Heisler. "The utilization of other support units like the Street Enforcement Unit and intelligence sharing within these teams has been integral in the successes of SRT."

"Additional resources are being committed to this team for 2023. The Ridge Meadows RCMP is confident SRT will continue with their strong impact within the cities of Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge," states Inspector Gander. 

Read our initial release here.