RCMP Statement on the capture of Ryan Wedding

OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 23, 2026 /CNW/ - RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme issued the following statement today, regarding the capture of Ryan Wedding:

"This is a great day for public safety in Canada. The capture of Ryan Wedding after a years-long investigation, and this most recent achievement, demonstrates the importance of international collaboration and the success that can be achieved when law enforcement shares intelligence. The RCMP collaborated closely with the FBI throughout the investigation, in Canada and around the world. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the FBI on their leadership of this investigation and thank them for their collaboration.

Today is a day to applaud the efforts of the dedicated women and men at the heart of this effort. Our work in disrupting organized crime continues. Organized crime transcends borders and continually adapts. International partnerships remain critical. Working alongside the FBI enables the RCMP to more effectively confront and disrupt criminal operations."

Link: RCMP Statement on the capture of Ryan Wedding | Royal Canadian Mounted Police

SOURCE Royal Canadian Mounted Police Media Relations and Issues Management

Contacts: RCMP Media Relations, [email protected], 613-843-5999