A Coquitlam RCMP officer has been terminated from the force with immediate effect after being found responsible for misconduct related to vulgar group chats.
Constable Dismissed Following Conduct Hearing
The officer at the centre of the case is Constable Mersad Mesbah of the Coquitlam RCMP detachment. The decision for immediate dismissal was handed down following an RCMP code of conduct hearing. The hearing took place in Richmond, British Columbia, on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.
The specific allegations that led to the hearing involved Mesbah's participation in inappropriate and vulgar group chats. The details of these communications were presented as evidence during the proceedings, ultimately leading to the finding of misconduct.
Immediate Termination Enforced
The most significant outcome of the hearing was the disciplinary measure imposed: dismissal with immediate effect. This is one of the most severe penalties available under the RCMP's disciplinary framework and underscores the seriousness with which the conduct board viewed the constable's actions.
This case highlights the RCMP's internal mechanisms for addressing behaviour that falls below the standards expected of its members. The code of conduct hearing process is designed to investigate allegations and determine appropriate consequences for actions that compromise the integrity of the force.
Accountability and Public Trust
The firing of Constable Mesbah sends a clear message about accountability within the national police service. Incidents involving unprofessional conduct, especially those communicated digitally, can severely damage public trust in law enforcement institutions.
While the RCMP has not released extensive public commentary beyond the hearing result, the swift and decisive action demonstrates a commitment to upholding professional standards. The case concluded with the formal termination of Mersad Mesbah's service, effective immediately as of the hearing's conclusion.
