Pubdate: Thu, 26 Feb 2009
Source: Georgia Straight, The (CN BC)
Copyright: 2009 The Georgia Straight
Contact:  http://www.straight.com/
Author: William Perry
Referenced: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v09/n167/a04.html

POLICE SHOULD GET GANG HELP FROM HELLS ANGELS

I think we all agree that police are losing the war on drugs and
immigrant gangs ["Prohibition benefits gangs", February 12-19]. Police
resources, even when combined (RCMP, the enforcement unit, and various
municipal police forces), are little match for gangs that adapt
quickly, doing what they need to stay in the game.

Just as the government of Canada turns to the Bank of Canada to
provide them with economic direction, police should go to the Hells
Angels for their expertise, effectively contracting the "club" to
police the gangs. End of problem.

As taxpayers, we expect results from our investment, specifically
resources that know what they are doing. You wouldn't hire a painter
to repair your refrigerator. Besides, we generally turn a blind eye to
government or business dealings that are less than ethical, accepting
that this is all part of the reality. The Hells Angels will always be
part of our communities. Undeniably, the Hells Angels still have
international tentacles and worldwide respect, even from the police.

William Perry

Victoria
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