Top B.C. Mountie Dwayne McDonald relieved of duties over unspecified allegations

Deputy Commissioner Dwayne McDonald, the top RCMP officer in British Columbia, has been removed from his post amid unspecified allegations. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police confirmed the decision, stating that the allegations surfaced recently and pertain to the period between 2016 and 2018.

RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme indicated that investigations are currently underway. The force has stated it will not release further details at this time, emphasizing that the matter is being handled with the required diligence and attention. This development comes after McDonald played a visible role in addressing high-profile cases in the province, including the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting and the killing of Const. Shaelyn Yang.

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The allegations were brought to the force’s attention recently and investigations are ongoing.

Assistant Commissioner John Brewer, who previously served in a senior role within the province, has been appointed as the interim commanding officer for the RCMP in British Columbia. The force assured that this leadership change will not disrupt ongoing operations within the province. McDonald's tenure saw him as a public face for the RCMP's efforts on significant investigations in B.C.

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the RCMP would not be providing further details at this time and the force was treating the matter “with the attention and diligence it requires.”