The president of the Vancouver Police Union has condemned the public statements made regarding a sexual assault case involving two Central Saanich officers, arguing that they prejudiced the case and contributed to the suicide of one of the officers.
The president of the Vancouver Police Union has criticized the handling of a sexual assault case that ended in the suicide of a Central Saanich Police officer. Ralph Kaisers says in a letter to members that was obtained by The Canadian Press that the “tragic loss” of the officer came after public statements that risked “undermining the presumption of innocence.
” The comments Kaisers refers to were made in a Vancouver Police Department news release and by Deputy Chief Fiona Wilson on Tuesday after the arrest of two Central Saanich officers who were accused of sexually assaulting the same woman in separate incidents. Kaisers says Wilson’s description of the allegations as “deeply corrosive to public trust” before any trial or conviction prejudges the case and casts a shadow over the entire law enforcement community. Media reports said Wednesday that 43-year-old Sgt. Matthew Ball died by suicide shortly after being accused of one count each of sexual assault and breach of trust. The letter says learning of the tragic loss of one of the officers involved emphasizes the urgent need for police agencies across B.C. to practice what they preach when it comes to trauma-informed approaches
Sexual Assault Police Suicide Vancouver Police Union Presumption Of Innocence Trauma-Informed Approaches
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Vancouver Police Board vice-chair resigns following social media commentsVancouver Police Department headquarters is seen in Vancouver, on Saturday, January 9, 2021.
Read more »
Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs Criticizes Governments' Stance in Land Title DisputeThe Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs has criticized the federal and provincial governments for supporting the Nisga'a Nation's bid to be added as a defendant in the Gitanyow Nation's land rights lawsuit. The Union claims this move undermines unresolved Aboriginal rights and title claims.
Read more »
Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs Criticizes Government Support for Nisga'a in Land Title DisputeThe Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs has expressed alarm over the federal and provincial governments' support for the Nisga'a Nation's bid to be added as a defendant in a lawsuit filed by the Gitanyow Nation over a 6,200-square-kilometre territory in northwestern B.C.
Read more »
Heavy fog envelopes parts of Vancouver Island, Metro VancouverHeavy fog has enveloped parts of southwestern B.C., including parts of Vancouver Island, a day after Metro Vancouver saw near-zero visibility.
Read more »
LaSalle College Vancouver Presents: A Night to Celebrate Vancouver's ChangemakersThis year's event, presented by LaSalle College Vancouver, promises a 'standing dinner' with a variety of food and drink options, including meal stations, grazing boards, and passed canapes. The evening will honor 50 influential changemakers and induct new members into the Hall of Fame, with special recognition for 'Ones to Watch.' Don't miss your chance to be part of this legendary night.
Read more »
10 Gifts for Men Who Live in Vancouver - Vancouver MagazineIt turns out that “gifts for men” is one of the most-searched […]
Read more »