The Manitoba government has announced details of its plan to crack down on gangs and guns.
The province says in a release that the strategy includes more than $1 million to support Winnipeg police efforts to dismantle criminal organizations — especially those involved with illegal firearms and illicit drugs.
Other aspects include specialized equipment for the Manitoba First Nations Police Service and development of a database to collect intelligence on gangs and guns.
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Manitoba is getting more than $2 million from the federal government to help cover costs.
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