A Toronto police officer is facing a host of misconduct charges after allegedly failing to properly investigate and report a call for help in a domestic violence case where a woman was shot and killed only days later.
in August of last year.
"Ultimately, you took no action to protect the complainant despite her repeated pleas that her ex-boyfriend's behaviour caused her to fear for her safety," the Toronto police document reads. Yet Alfonso only spoke to Dowman for three minutes, and "failed to conduct a sufficient investigation and/or ensure the appropriate next steps were taken," according to Toronto police.That he failed to collect information and evidence at the scene of the call.He cautioned Mallia even though there was "ample evidence" that she was the victim.
"The complainant repeatedly advised you that her ex-boyfriend's behaviour caused her to fear for her safety, and you took no action to protect her," the notice of hearing reads. "Those who fail to follow procedure or to meet our clear professional standards will be held to account. If you fear for your safety, contact police, or reach out to other community supports. Please do not stay silent."
"This is a tragic incident for everyone involved and we know this has been, and will continue to be, a difficult time. We also know the lives of two police officers have been deeply impacted by this case. With that, comes the reverberating effect on their families and colleagues," Reid said.
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