A Calgary police constable has been charged with assault in connection with an on-duty incident, according to the Calgary Police Service (CPS). The charge stems from an event that occurred while the officer was performing his duties, though details of the incident have not been fully disclosed.
Details of the charge
The constable, whose name has not been released pending court proceedings, faces one count of assault. CPS confirmed that the officer has been placed on administrative duties pending the outcome of the legal process. The charge was laid after an investigation by the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT), which probes serious incidents involving police in the province.
ASIRT’s involvement indicates that the case involves allegations of excessive force or misconduct during a police interaction. The specific circumstances leading to the charge remain under seal, but sources suggest it involves a physical altercation with a member of the public.
Impact on the force
Calgary Police Chief Mark Neufeld stated in a brief press release that the service takes all allegations of misconduct seriously. “We hold our members to the highest standards of conduct, and any breach of that trust is addressed through the appropriate legal and disciplinary channels,” Neufeld said. The charge has raised concerns among community advocates about police accountability. The officer is scheduled to appear in court in July 2026.
