The Toronto Police and Violent Extremism - Shawna Coxon

Inspector Shawna Coxon from the Toronto Police Services discusses what her law enforcement agency is doing to counter violent extremism. Inspector Coxon details how the Toronto Police Services is working with communities and other government agencies, including housing, the school board, and health care services, for an individual, tailored approach to those at risk of radicalization or who have been radicalized. In the online environment, the Toronto Police Services attempts to intervene before an incident occurs, working with community stakeholders, families and friends to deescalate the situation or proceed with an arrest, if necessary.