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By Fraser Valley Today Staff

Gang activity

AbbyPD promises to continue focusing on curbing gang activity in 2025

Jan 11, 2025 | 6:00 AM

ABBOTSFORD. – As a new year begins, Abbotsford police are renewing efforts to combat gang activity in the community, building on significant progress made last year.

In 2024, the AbbyPD Gang Crime Unit conducted over 600 bar checks and 800 curfew compliance checks, actively targeting gang associates and individuals involved in criminal activities. Their efforts resulted in the seizure of more than $120,000 in assets under civil forfeiture, contributing to public safety and community well-being.

According to RCMP only a handful of gangs operated in British Columbia in the 1980 decade. However, that figure has surged to 188 criminal groups competing for control of the province’s illicit markets in 2024.

Police urge families and friends to watch for signs that a loved one may be involved in gang life, such as unexplained cash, multiple phones, or sudden ownership of high-end clothing. Recognizing these indicators early can be key to preventing deeper involvement in a dangerous lifestyle.

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