Watchdog Launches Probe Into Actions of Police in 8 BC Departments

Watchdog Launches Probe Into Actions of Police in 8 BC Departments
Police cars are seen parked outside Vancouver Police Department headquarters in Vancouver, on Jan. 9, 2021. Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press
The Canadian Press
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British Columbia’s police complaint commissioner has set off an investigation into the conduct of 19 officers from eight separate police departments.

A statement from the commissioner says the serious nature of the alleged misconduct means it will seek the appointment of a special provincial constable to complete an investigation independent of any B.C. police agencies.