Richmond RCMP continues to celebrate the 50th anniversary of women in the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. As part of this commemoration, they are featuring a series of profiles of RCMP members serving the Richmond detachment, highlighting their diverse ranks, roles and backgrounds. On Sept.
16, 1974, 32 women from across Canada made history as the first female officers sworn into the RCMP, forming Troop 17. This ground-breaking event paved the way for gender equality within national law enforcement. Known for their resilience and determination, the women of Troop 17 faced unique challenges and overcame numerous barriers to set a precedent for future generations.
Their contributions have significantly shaped the RCMP, with women now making up approximately 22 percent of RCMP officers. Cpl. Melissa Lui is a seasoned RCMP officer with 17 years of service.
She recently assumed the role of High-Risk Offender Coordinator for the Richmond detachment. Lui’s career path has included significant roles such as NCO of the Richmond Economic Crime Unit (ECU), where she led complex investigations into financial crimes and spearheaded the cryptocurrency tracing program in Richmond. One of Lui’s notable accomplishments is her involvement in Project EPOLL, a murder investigation that left no questions unanswered.
The case involved the murder of Lianjie Guo in 2012, where Lui played a critical role due to her language skills and professional dedication. The investigation led to the arrest and.