St. Thomas, ON – Thursday July 24th 2025
Today, Chief Roskamp hosted a strategic meeting with Chief Kyle Johnstone, Member of Parliament Andrew Lawton, and Member of Parliament Larry Brock—both members of the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights—to address the evolving challenges surrounding public safety in their respective jurisdictions.
A central focus of the meeting was the growing concern over prolific offenders—individuals who repeatedly engage in criminal activity, often with significant and ongoing impact on local communities. Participants emphasized the need for stronger accountability measures to curb chronic offending and reduce the burden on victims and frontline responders.
“This isn’t just a policing issue—it’s a community issue,” said Chief Roskamp. “When a small number of individuals are responsible for a high volume of crime, we must take a coordinated approach that spans the justice system, health care, and social supports.”
The conversation recognized the multi-sectoral nature of the challenge, involving not only police and the courts but also corrections, mental health services, and community organizations. Leaders reaffirmed their commitment to working collaboratively to protect the public and support a justice system that balances accountability with rehabilitation.
The meeting reflects ongoing efforts to ensure that legislative, enforcement, and support frameworks are equipped to address chronic criminality and its ripple effects on safety and well-being in communities of all sizes.
Pictured from Left – Right:
Deputy Chief (Designate) Steve Bogart, St. Thomas Police. Chief Marc Roskamp, St. Thomas Police. MP Larry Brock, Brantford-Brant. MP Andrew Lawton, Elgin-St. Thomas London-South. Chief Kyle Johnstone, Aylmer Police and Deputy Chief Chris Johnson, Aylmer Police.
