By Kelsey Andersen
Canada Border Services has deported two criminals. One of the criminals is known to be involved in a high-profile lethal case between rival gangs in Calgary.
Sunwoong Youn, also known as Jason Youn was deported to Korea last month. Mauricio Orellana, said to be an active gang member in Medicine Hat was also deported to his native homeland, El Salvador, this month. Both of these deportations were because of serious criminality, and permanently banned from returning, Canada Border Service Agency spokeswoman Lisa White said.
“These removals send a clear message the CBSA is committed to removing those who break our laws and endanger the safety and security of Canadians,” she added.
Police Chief Rick Hanson agrees with the deportation of Youn, who he referred to as "A sufficiently high-up player" in the gang realm. Not only applauding the deportation, Hanson is also questioning why it takes long periods of time to have known criminals kicked out of Canada. “It’s taken four years,” he said.
“The question again has to be asked, ‘Is four years a reasonable amount of time?’”
Hanson states that not only do such individuals pose a huge risk just by criminal involvement, but “they have nothing to lose” given pending deportation, which only increases the risks the pose.
“The ones that should be sent back should be sent back a lot quicker than they are,” Hanson claims.
“This is a long convoluted process and the last consideration is they safety of society.”
Hanson thinks that the media has accumulated more than enough attention about deportation through the Jackie Tran case, an alleged gang member who has been fighting his deportation for years now.
“It has allowed for public debate so people can see for themselves the frustrations we see," he said. "It has allowed people to formulate their own opinions; it is not just police beating the drum."
In 2002, Younn survived a mall shooting, but a bullet ended up lodged in his spine, causing paralysis in his leg and bowel problems. During this incidence, FK member Linju Ly was said to be the driver of the car, and Michael Oduneye the gunman.
Six days later, Ly was gunned down.
Over the years, time and resources have been spent on monitoring Younn while he has been residing in the community. Younn was convicted in 2005 of weapons-related offences while Cardona had convictions of drug-relations.
I believe Nadia, once again, did a great job on getting the story out. The article does allow for an opinion to form but I believe that there is no bias set up in this story. This story is very relevant to our blog, and it’s proximity.
It raises issues that many Calgarians’ probably do not think about, and raises the awareness on this topic. It shows the dark side and the bright side of deportation, something that the public should be more aware and concerned about. This story is compelling, and I’m sure it is going to the get attention that it deserves.
N.Moharib (November 13, 2009) Two Alberta criminals deported [Electronic Version] Calgary Sun
Thursday, November 19, 2009
By James Wilt
On November 11th, 2009, the Calgary Herald published an article titled ‘Downturn helps unmask mortgage fraud in Alberta’, with the byline of ‘Reports ‘tip of the iceberg,’ says detective’. Authored by Calgary Herald reporter Stephane Massinon (who also wrote the article I analyzed on October 24th, 2009), the article outlined the results of a recent investigation conducted by the Alberta Mortgage Fraud Symposium regarding the increasing amount of mortgage fraud, which is frequently tied to drug grow operations and organized crime (or gangs).
The results of the study indicated that the problem is on the rise, which was affirmed by the quote contributed by a detective in the economic crimes unit of the Calgary Police Force: "We are getting numerous reports coming in; I think it's just the tip of the iceberg". To validate the leading claim, Massinon utilized quotes from a detective in the economic crimes unit of the CPS, a Calgary-based RCMP Sergeant, and Scotiabank’s manager of fraud protection. In addition, Massinon detailed the procedure through which perpetrators commit mortgage fraud, and how the problem is affecting the housing market as a whole.
From an analytical perspective, Stephane Massinon’s article was excellently constructed and written. The reporter managed to maintain an extremely objective, fact-based point of view, and provided the reader an abundant amount of information (which consisted of quotes and situation details) to completely understand the issue.
One of the more impressive elements of the articles was the fact that Massinon provided the reasons, current situation, and potential complications in solving the issue, which gave the layman reader an all rounded concept of the escalating problem. The only improvement that Massinon could make would be to include quantitative data through the means of statistics or graphs, which would increase the ability for the reader to grasp the content.
In conclusion, Massionon’s news article was a very good report on the current problems in Alberta regarding mortgage fraud and organized gang involvement. He successfully maintained objectivity throughout the entire piece, which resulted in the effective communication of the information. As stated, the one improvement that could be made would be to include quantitative information.
Massinon, S. (2009, November 11). Downturn helps unmask mortgage fraud in Alberta [Electronic version]. Calgary Herald.
On November 11th, 2009, the Calgary Herald published an article titled ‘Downturn helps unmask mortgage fraud in Alberta’, with the byline of ‘Reports ‘tip of the iceberg,’ says detective’. Authored by Calgary Herald reporter Stephane Massinon (who also wrote the article I analyzed on October 24th, 2009), the article outlined the results of a recent investigation conducted by the Alberta Mortgage Fraud Symposium regarding the increasing amount of mortgage fraud, which is frequently tied to drug grow operations and organized crime (or gangs).
The results of the study indicated that the problem is on the rise, which was affirmed by the quote contributed by a detective in the economic crimes unit of the Calgary Police Force: "We are getting numerous reports coming in; I think it's just the tip of the iceberg". To validate the leading claim, Massinon utilized quotes from a detective in the economic crimes unit of the CPS, a Calgary-based RCMP Sergeant, and Scotiabank’s manager of fraud protection. In addition, Massinon detailed the procedure through which perpetrators commit mortgage fraud, and how the problem is affecting the housing market as a whole.
From an analytical perspective, Stephane Massinon’s article was excellently constructed and written. The reporter managed to maintain an extremely objective, fact-based point of view, and provided the reader an abundant amount of information (which consisted of quotes and situation details) to completely understand the issue.
One of the more impressive elements of the articles was the fact that Massinon provided the reasons, current situation, and potential complications in solving the issue, which gave the layman reader an all rounded concept of the escalating problem. The only improvement that Massinon could make would be to include quantitative data through the means of statistics or graphs, which would increase the ability for the reader to grasp the content.
In conclusion, Massionon’s news article was a very good report on the current problems in Alberta regarding mortgage fraud and organized gang involvement. He successfully maintained objectivity throughout the entire piece, which resulted in the effective communication of the information. As stated, the one improvement that could be made would be to include quantitative information.
Massinon, S. (2009, November 11). Downturn helps unmask mortgage fraud in Alberta [Electronic version]. Calgary Herald.
Calgary Gang Member Deported
By Nicolle Amyotte
In an article penned by Sherri Zickefoose, the fact that a Calgary gangster has been deported is stated, specifically Jason Youn being deported to Korea. Youn, according to the article, belonged to the Fresh off the Boat (FOB) Killers gang, and was convicted in 2005 of serious weapons-related offenses.
The story of Youn being shot and nearly killed inside of Southcentre mall by a passenger of a vehicle being driven by Linju Ly, a rival gang member, is highlighted. Ly’s death came just weeks later while he shoveled his sidewalk. The article does not state that the death was Youn’s doing, but implies it by not labeling the blame anywhere else.
Police chief Rick Hanson is quoted in this article, as he is in many that I have blogged, giving the article a very palpable credibility. He claims that this is one individual we will not have to worry about anymore, and points out the question of whether or not taking four years to deport this individual was effective enough, and whether or not the police are effective enough against gang violence. Mr. Hanson seems to believe that they are.
An interesting addition to the article was the mention of another gang member being deported this week, from the Medicine Hat area. Although this isn’t incredibly relevant to Calgary controls of gang activity, it is interesting to note that the surrounding area is also seeing better protection.
A comment made on the online version by an individual posting as “Celeste” is another point of interest, the individual’s view is that because many gang members were raised here and should not be sent away from a society that breeds them to be the way they have become. Several snide comments follow Celeste’s expression of her views. Calgarians, it can therefore be viewed, do not like the idea that we are even partially to blame for the actions of these individuals.
Zickefoose, S. (November 13, 2009). Calgary gang member deported. The Calgary Herald. Retrieved November 17, 2009 from http://www.calgaryherald.com/news/Calgary+gang+member+deported/2217015/story.html
In an article penned by Sherri Zickefoose, the fact that a Calgary gangster has been deported is stated, specifically Jason Youn being deported to Korea. Youn, according to the article, belonged to the Fresh off the Boat (FOB) Killers gang, and was convicted in 2005 of serious weapons-related offenses.
The story of Youn being shot and nearly killed inside of Southcentre mall by a passenger of a vehicle being driven by Linju Ly, a rival gang member, is highlighted. Ly’s death came just weeks later while he shoveled his sidewalk. The article does not state that the death was Youn’s doing, but implies it by not labeling the blame anywhere else.
Police chief Rick Hanson is quoted in this article, as he is in many that I have blogged, giving the article a very palpable credibility. He claims that this is one individual we will not have to worry about anymore, and points out the question of whether or not taking four years to deport this individual was effective enough, and whether or not the police are effective enough against gang violence. Mr. Hanson seems to believe that they are.
An interesting addition to the article was the mention of another gang member being deported this week, from the Medicine Hat area. Although this isn’t incredibly relevant to Calgary controls of gang activity, it is interesting to note that the surrounding area is also seeing better protection.
A comment made on the online version by an individual posting as “Celeste” is another point of interest, the individual’s view is that because many gang members were raised here and should not be sent away from a society that breeds them to be the way they have become. Several snide comments follow Celeste’s expression of her views. Calgarians, it can therefore be viewed, do not like the idea that we are even partially to blame for the actions of these individuals.
Zickefoose, S. (November 13, 2009). Calgary gang member deported. The Calgary Herald. Retrieved November 17, 2009 from http://www.calgaryherald.com/news/Calgary+gang+member+deported/2217015/story.html
By Megan Eichhorn
On November 10, 2009, Calgary Herald's Daryl Slade reported Justice Allen Sulatycky's guilty verdict for drug-dealer, Travis Brunet. Sulatycky said that gang members must be a sent a message to stop their use of guns.
Brunet claimed that he was too intoxicated to form the intent to kill and was only trying to scare his victim when the gun accidentally went off. Brunet got a life sentence for second-degree murder. Sulatycky says this will send a message that carrying a gun and killing someone, whether it is an accident or not, will result in jail time.
Facts in this article were based on quotes from the judge and the shooting victim's mother, as well as dates, locations and what was probably said at the court hearing. This article is biased in that it only includes quotes from people who view Brunet as guilty. When Slade reports Brunet's story, it is followed by the judge's conclusion that it is false. The questions of who, what, where, when and why are all thoroughly answered in this article.
Slade's article is more evidence of journalistic support of crime-fighting. Again, this makes sense because the readers of the Calgary Herald are citizens in this city and are likely interested in safety.
Slade, D. (2009, November 10). Drug dealer found guilty in C-train station murder. Calgary Herald. Retrieved November 12, 2009, from http://www.calgaryherald.com/news/Drug+dealer+found+guilty+train+station+murder/2205268/story.html
On November 10, 2009, Calgary Herald's Daryl Slade reported Justice Allen Sulatycky's guilty verdict for drug-dealer, Travis Brunet. Sulatycky said that gang members must be a sent a message to stop their use of guns.
Brunet claimed that he was too intoxicated to form the intent to kill and was only trying to scare his victim when the gun accidentally went off. Brunet got a life sentence for second-degree murder. Sulatycky says this will send a message that carrying a gun and killing someone, whether it is an accident or not, will result in jail time.
Facts in this article were based on quotes from the judge and the shooting victim's mother, as well as dates, locations and what was probably said at the court hearing. This article is biased in that it only includes quotes from people who view Brunet as guilty. When Slade reports Brunet's story, it is followed by the judge's conclusion that it is false. The questions of who, what, where, when and why are all thoroughly answered in this article.
Slade's article is more evidence of journalistic support of crime-fighting. Again, this makes sense because the readers of the Calgary Herald are citizens in this city and are likely interested in safety.
Slade, D. (2009, November 10). Drug dealer found guilty in C-train station murder. Calgary Herald. Retrieved November 12, 2009, from http://www.calgaryherald.com/news/Drug+dealer+found+guilty+train+station+murder/2205268/story.html