Breaking News – Cobourg Police Constable Suspended With Pay Pending Investigation

In Police Blotter

External police service called in to investigate allegations of misconduct.

The Cobourg Police Service (CPS) has become aware of allegations of misconduct against a member of CPS while on duty with the service.

In response to the allegations, a Chief’s complaint was opened, and the member has been suspended with pay.

CPS has brought in the York Regional Police to investigate the allegations to promote a non-biased and
transparent review process.

“I have been made aware of allegations of misconduct against a member of CPS while they were on duty with the service. We took immediate action to initiate an investigation led by York Regional Police. Our main goal is to ensure a fair and unbiased investigation. We will provide an update to the public once the investigation is complete.” Chief Paul VandeGraaf, Cobourg Police Service.

The member involved, a CPS constable, was on duty when the incident allegedly occurred. The Constable is suspended with pay until the outcome of the investigation is revealed.

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