“More police officers equals less crime.” says simplistic Vancouver police Chief Jim Chu.More crime equals MORE cops hired suggest Ezvancouver.com editor - and more money for the police department.So more crime equals a happy VPD.

” It was a simple equation for Vancouver Police Chief Jim Chu when he told city council two years ago that he needed to expand the ranks — and it was his reaction yesterday after learning the city will hire 96 more officers over the next two years. “This is truly excellent news for all the citizens of Vancouver, the VPD” Chu told reporters.Vancouver police Chief Jim Chu welcomed the news that the city will be hiring more police officers. Vancouver police Chief Jim Chu welcomed the news that the city will be hiring more police officers. Ric Ernst file photo - The ProvinceEmail to a friendEmail to a friendPrinter friendlyPrinter friendlyThe hirings will bring the number of officers from 1,231 to 1,329.It will cost the city about $5 million to cover the cost of 50 officers for one year.” [The Vancouver Sun]

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