E-Crimes Unit member John Theriault calls for unit expansion to manage 90% tech-related crime workload and secure convictions.

Const. John Theriault, Kingston Police's sole E-Crimes Unit member, emphasizes the need for unit expansion due to his overwhelming workload, stating that 90% of crimes involve technology. Theriault assures the Kingston Police Services Board that with his ability to extract data from damaged devices, he can secure convictions. However, he cannot sustain the workload alone, potentially resulting in injustice.

April 21, 2024
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