Top B.C. Mountie Dwayne McDonald relieved of duties over unspecified allegations

RCMP have relieved Deputy Commissioner Dwayne McDonald of his duties following unspecified allegations dating back to between 2016 and 2018. The allegations were brought to the force’s attention recently and investigations are ongoing, with RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme stating that the matter is being treated with the attention and diligence it requires.

John Brewer, who has served as assistant commissioner in the province, has been appointed as interim commanding officer in B.C., replacing McDonald. McDonald was responsible for leading briefings on high-profile cases in the province, including the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge and the killing of Burnaby RCMP Const. Shaelyn Yang.

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