Complaint made against DRPS officers, board

Ontario’s civilian police commission could potentially investigate the conduct of senior members of Durham Regional Police Service after receiving a public complaint.

The details of the complaint were not outlined in a letter sent by the Ontario Civilian Police Commission to Kevin Ashe, chair of the Durham Regional Police Services Board.

The letter states the commission has begun a preliminary review into “the conduct of senior members of the Durham Regional Police Service, and the ability of the Durham Regional Police Services Board to provide proper oversight and discharge its statutory responsibilities.”

The review will determine whether senior police officials and board members should face investigation under the Police Services Act regarding “their individual conduct and/or performance of duties.”

It will also determine if an investigation should be initiated into the administration of DRPS and to identify any potential system issues.