Officer charged - Northern Region 12 January

An officer has been charged with further offences following an investigation in the state's north.

In November last year, an off-duty probationary constable attached to the Northern Region was charged following an alleged traffic-related incident.

Following further inquiries, the 39-year-old man was charged today (Wednesday 12 January 2022) with not keep firearm safely–not pistol/prohibited firearm and handle/use firearm under the influence of alcohol/drug.

He is due to appear before Toronto Local Court on Tuesday 18 January 2022.

The officer's duty status is currently under review.

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