When Crackdowns Cost Lives | Winnipeg News

Winnipeg police’s 10-day crackdown on drug use in the Exchange District backfired, pushing vulnerable users into hidden, riskier spots—and tragically, a woman died from an overdose after being displaced. Business owners and outreach workers warn the harsh tactics ignored compassion, worsening the crisis. While some, like Michael Paille, risk violence to offer naloxone and aid—including saving a 12-year-old—police leadership only shifted focus slightly before the operation ended. The divide between enforcement and harm reduction remains stark, as advocates push for a more humane, life-saving approach. 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/aee2528fe0a91b6b