Breaking News – Cobourg Police Constable Suspended With Pay Pending Investigation

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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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