Two Hills RCMP Launch Facebook Page

Two Hills RCMP Launch Facebook Page

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The Two Hills RCMP has officially launched its own Facebook page.

Detachment Commander Sgt. Robert Daisley said, “We have long recognized that social media provides an opportunity to connect directly with people in our communities and this page is an opportunity to ensure that people are more aware of the work that we are doing.

For example, people often raise concerns about drinking and driving. Although, most such cases aren’t worthy of a press release, it will be easy to make a post about catching drivers who are endangering others.

It is also an opportunity to publicise some of the other things that we do, like presentations, community consultations, etc. We will not be taking calls for service through the page, people should call the detachment or 911 depending on the urgency.”

Sgt. Robert Daisley presenting challenge coin to Cst. Lee Brochu.

(Two Hills RCMP/Submitted Photos)

As for the first official post, Sgt. Daisley chose to highlight the work of Cst. Lee Brochu, whose efforts led to the apprehension of an individual wanted for murder in Maskwacis.

Sgt. Daisley said he selected the post of Cst. Brochu because, “I thought that it was a good way to get started as it is emblematic of the excellent work that the members do every day. In big ways and small, the members prioritize our communities and public safety and I am very proud of the Two Hills Detachment members and the excellent work that they do.”

Challenge coin and letter of appreciation.

(Two Hills RCMP/Submitted Photos)

Cst. Brochu received a Maskwacis RCMP pin as a gift from Insp. Leanne MacMillan. In a handwritten letter, Insp. MacMillan wrote: “Far too many times in this organization we tend to lose sight of the amazing work that is done on a daily basis. Your efforts in Maskwacis contributed to the apprehension of an individual for murder. Your tenacity and determination was recognized by our plainclothes S/Sgt as well as your commander. In appreciation of your efforts I would like to present you with a challenge coin from Maskwacis detachment. I am thankful for your work that day and contribution to a safer community.”

Sgt. Daisley said future posts will include files of interest, events for the RCMP, Victims Services, Rural Crime Watch, and maybe a few items that promote our communities themselves. I expect that most of the posts will be about the files that we attend.”

He added that, “We’d be happy for anyone to follow our page and provide respectful feedback on the posts.”