Domestic Assault Allegation Made Against RCMP – New Minas Member

The province's independent Serious Incident Response Team (SiRT) has commenced an investigation into an allegation of domestic assault against a male member of the New Minas Detachment of the RCMP.

On November 24^th, a call was received by the Kings District RCMP from a third party regarding an allegation of assault against a female by the RCMP member, who was her boyfriend. As a result, the male was arrested, and in accordance with the Police Act, RCMP referred the incident to the Serious Incident Response Team, which assumed responsibility for the investigation.

No charges have been laid at this point. He has been released on conditions by the SIRT to attend provincial court in Kentville on Tuesday, January 29, 2019. The investigation is ongoing.

SIRT is responsible for investigating all serious incidents involving police in Nova Scotia. Investigations are under the direction and control of independent civilian director Felix Cacchione.

The team can independently launch an investigation or begin one after a referral from a chief of police, the head of the RCMP in Nova Scotia or the Minister of Justice. It can also investigate after a complaint from the public.

The Police Act requires the director to file a public report summarizing the results of the investigation within three months after it is finished.

SiRT is responsible for investigating all serious incidents involving police in Nova Scotia which may result in the laying of a criminal charge.

The Office of the Police Complaints Commissioner deals with conduct complaints about municipal police officers in Nova Scotia. More information is found at https://www.novascotia.ca/opcc

The Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the RCMP deals with conduct complaints about the RCMP in Nova Scotia. More information is found at https://www.crcc-ccetp.gc.ca

Media Contact:

Felix Cacchione
Director
902-718-9707
felix.cacchione@novascotia.ca