Taylor Clark

LJI Reporter

An off-duty male officer with the Gatineau police was arrested in the evening on April 24 by the Sécurité Publique MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais after an allegation of simple assault.

In a press release, Gatineau police service indicated that it would not disclose additional information about the officer in question to protect the identity of the victim.

The accused officer was released with a promise to appear in court. Following the usual procedures, the Ministry of Public Security was notified of the allegations against the Gatineau police service employee. Upon completion of the investigation, the Director of Criminal and Penal Prosecutions will decide whether charges could be laid.

The directorate of the Gatineau police stressed that it demanded its police officers respect the highest standards in terms of ethics and professionalism. The board said it would not hesitate to put in place “means and processes to establish a truly ethical culture within its organization.”

The press release concluded by stating the officer would not have contact with citizens as part of his duties for the duration of the procedures.

Photo caption: An officer with the Gatineau police will be removed from citizen contact as he faces an allegation of simple assault.

Photo credit: Service de police de la Ville de Gatineau Facebook