Premier Shares Encounter with Accused Thief
Premier Doug Ford shared a personal anecdote about chasing and threatening a person accused of stealing at an Empire Club of Canada event.
While discussing his desire for tougher crime laws, including stricter bail rules and mandatory minimum sentencing, Ford recounted the incident that occurred a few months ago.
According to Ford, he had visited a Home Depot without his security detail to purchase plants for his cottage before a visit from Prime Minister Mark Carney in July. There, he witnessed a store manager yelling at a person with a backpack to come back.
I was in my car. I said, 'Screw this, I'm going after this guy.
Ford's story highlights his stance on crime and his desire for tougher laws.
Author's summary: Premier Doug Ford shares a personal encounter with an accused thief, advocating for tougher crime laws.