Regina Police Chief Farooq Sheikh reflects on first year

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Regina Police Chief Farooq Sheikh had never visited the Queen City before starting the position last December.

While he's lived and worked throughout the world, from London to Calgary, he's noticed a sense of community spirit in Regina unlike anywhere else. He also notes how convenient it is to get from one side of the city to another within 20 minutes.

Reporter Daniel Reech spoke with Sheikh to recap the past year and look ahead to 2025.
31 Dec 2024 English Canada News

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