Fugitive Program Fails in Victoria | Vancouver News

Victoria police are stuck in a frustrating loop with the Fugitive Return Program — designed to send out-of-province fugitives back for prosecution, but barely working. This year alone, 80 people with warrants were handed over, 30 should’ve qualified, yet only one was actually returned. Small bureaucratic hurdles and reluctant other jurisdictions mean many criminals dodge justice entirely. Deputy Chief Constable Jamie McRae warns this isn’t just about one person’s failure — it’s a systemic breakdown that lets serious offenders walk free. With community pressure mounting, Victoria council is asking the mayor to push federal and provincial leaders to overhaul the program and force cooperation so no one escapes accountability. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/452e006ba980e7cf