RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme announced on Thursday that Deputy Commissioner Dwayne McDonald has been relieved of his duties as Commanding Officer of the RCMP in B.C. following allegations dating back to 2016-2018.
He said: “These allegations were recently brought to the attention of the RCMP. Investigations are ongoing. We are treating this matter with the attention and diligence it requires. We will not be providing further details at this time.”
John Brewer has been appointed as interim Deputy Commissioner and Commanding Officer of the RCMP in B.C.
Duheme said: “I recognize that changes of this nature may be concerning for our employees, partners, and the communities we serve. Commanding Officers play a critical role in the delivery of policing services, and it is important that we maintain continuity and stability in leadership. John Brewer is a respected member of the RCMP’s senior leadership team and is fully aware of the policing priorities and engaged in the policing needs of British Columbia. He has my full confidence as interim Commanding Officer, as well as the confidence of the Senior Executive Committee.”
McDonald’s career in the RCMP started as a front-line officer with the Burnaby RCMP and included serving as officer in charge (OIC) of the Surrey RCMP detachment. He also served as OIC of the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team, a senior role with the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit and as criminal operations officer, Federal Investigative Services and Organized Crime. He took over as Commanding Officer of the RCMP in B.C. on July 1, 2021.
