BC Anti-Extortion Chief Apologizes for Disputing ‘Crisis’ After Premier’s Rebuke The leader of British Columbia’s anti-extortion task force has apologized for damaging public confidence. This follows Premier David Eby’s call for his resignation if he could not convey sufficient urgency regarding increased blackmail-related shootings. RCMP Assistant Commissioner John Brewer stated he did not intend to cause doubt about the task force’s commitment when he questioned the use of the word ‘crisis’ the previous day.

• RCMP Assistant Commissioner John Brewer apologized for hurting public confidence.
• Premier David Eby had called for Brewer’s resignation.
• Brewer questioned the use of the term ‘crisis’ to describe shootings.
• The apology came after a press conference about a surge of blackmail-related shootings in Surrey.