In 2016, Driechel was named during court proceedings for one of the officers convicted of selling steroids within the service. “I have agonized over this every day of my career since that happened," Driechel said Friday
The Edmonton Police Service has appointed Deputy Chiefs Warren Driechel and Devin LaForce as interim chiefs following Dale McFee's departure. They will share leadership responsibilities while continuing in their deputy roles. A national search for a permanent chief is planned, with both interim chiefs eligible to apply. The decision to appoint two interim chiefs was noted, with reactions acknowledging the dual leadership structure.
