Victoria BC – Following today’s conclusion of the
public hearing led by independent adjudicator Ben Casson, VicPD Chief Jamie
Graham is offering this statement:
“VicPD respects the sanctions delivered today by the
provincial Adjudicator Ben Casson following the public hearing directed by the
Office of the Police Complaints Commissioner. We will review the details of the
decision and the circumstances of this case to determine if changes or
adjustments should be made to our policies and procedures. The department
continues to support the civilian oversight mechanisms that are in place in
this province and the important work that they do ensuring public confidence in
the work that we do.
The OPCC-directed process thoroughly reviewed every aspect
of this matter and our department and our members have been full participants
throughout. We fully realize the effect this incident has had on the
communities of Victoria and Esquimalt, as well as the members of VicPD and the
officers involved. I’m sure everyone is relieved that the three-year-long
process is behind us as we continue to focus on our mission to provide policing
services to the residents of Victoria and Esquimalt.”
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