Premier Smith:"EDMONTON CRIME SPREE ANOTHER EXAMPLE OF BAD PERSON OUT ON BAIL

"EDMONTON CRIME SPREE ANOTHER EXAMPLE OF BAD PERSON OUT ON BAIL

"The recent Edmonton crime spree is a stark reminder of the flaws in our bail system. Once again, a dangerous individual was released on bail, only to wreak havoc on our community. This is not an isolated incident, but rather a symptom of a broader problem. Time and time again, we see violent and repeat offenders being released back into our communities, putting innocent lives at risk. As Premier Smith so eloquently put it, our dedicated police officers work tirelessly to apprehend these criminals, only to have them released back onto our streets due to an ineffective bail system.
This is a betrayal of the victims, their families, and all law-abiding citizens of Alberta. It is not justice; it is a threat to public safety. The buck stops with the federal government, which has the power to reform our bail regulations. It is their responsibility to ensure that Canadians are protected from violent and repeat offenders. Yet, they continue to prioritize the rights of criminals over the safety of our communities. This must change. As a society, we must come together to demand action from our leaders.

We must urge Ottawa to take the necessary steps to overhaul our bail system, to ensure that violent offenders are held accountable and kept behind bars. Only then can we truly say that justice is being served. The people of Alberta deserve better. They deserve to feel safe in their communities, to know that their families are protected from harm. It is time for our leaders to take action, to put the needs of Canadians above the rights of criminals. The Edmonton crime spree is a wake-up call; let us heed its warning and demand change.

Smith Danielle