“RCMP Top Officer in BC Removed Amid Allegations”

The top officer of the RCMP in British Columbia has been removed from his position due to unspecified allegations spanning from 2016 to 2018, as per an announcement from the organization. Dwayne McDonald has been substituted by John Brewer, the former head of the extortion task force in British Columbia. RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme stated in a release that details regarding the allegations will not be disclosed presently, ensuring that there will be no disruption to RCMP operations or policing services in the province. The statement indicated that the allegations are currently being investigated and were recently brought to the attention of the RCMP. McDonald previously held key positions within the RCMP, including being the chief of the Surrey RCMP and overseeing federal and organized crime investigations in British Columbia. CBC News has contacted the RCMP for further information on this matter. McDonald’s profile has been taken down from the RCMP’s senior executive committee page. In a 2024 biography, McDonald was noted to have nearly 30 years of law enforcement experience and a background with the Canada Border Services Agency. He has also led various units within the RCMP and has been recognized with the Order of Merit of the Police Forces. The E Division of the B.C. RCMP is the largest among the force’s 15 divisions. John Brewer, the new interim commanding officer of E Division and deputy commissioner, was previously an assistant commissioner with the RCMP. Commissioner Duheme expressed full confidence in Brewer’s abilities and emphasized his standing within the RCMP’s senior leadership team.