Montreal police say evidence in investigation into alleged racist conduct by officers submitted to prosecutors
Among the allegations made public in June were claims that officers in the unit kept the hair of racialized citizens as trophies.
Montreal police have submitted evidence to Quebec prosecutors following an investigation into alleged racist and discriminatory conduct by officers from station 39 in Montreal North, located in the city's east end. The investigation began in June after Chief Fady Dagher announced the disbanding of a 16-member patrol unit following allegations of racism, misconduct, and criminal behavior.
Three officers were suspended in June, with additional suspensions announced by August, including a fourth officer in connection with a third alleged incident. The allegations include claims of officers keeping the hair of racialized citizens as trophies. The police force emphasized that such behavior is unacceptable and will not be tolerated, and they will continue to keep the public informed as the investigation progresses.
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