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Police Officer's Testimony Shared, Disparaged
A Vancouver Police officer's testimony against a colleague for sexual assault was shared and disparaged by fellow officers, leading to a disciplinary investigation.
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JusticeHuman Rights ViolationsGender IssuesInvestigationSexual AssaultPoliceMisconduct
Vancouver Police DepartmentOffice Of The Police Complaint CommissionerSurrey Police ServiceNew Westminster Police
Narinder DosanjhDave JansenJagraj Roger Berar
- What are the broader implications of this case?
- This case underscores the challenges faced by victims of sexual assault within police forces and the importance of addressing such conduct to foster safer work environments and encourage reporting.
- Were all those involved in sharing the derogatory text messages punished?
- Despite the finding against Dosanjh, the complaint against the officer believed to have authored the original text messages was unsubstantiated. Dosanjh's punishment is yet to be determined.
- What was the outcome of the disciplinary investigation against Officer Narinder Dosanjh?
- Officer Narinder Dosanjh was found to have committed discreditable conduct by sharing text messages containing this commentary, which included victim-shaming remarks.
- How did the complainant feel about the decision and what broader issue does it highlight?
- The complainant felt vindicated by the decision, highlighting the pervasive police culture of treating officers who testify against each other as 'rats' and the common myths surrounding sexual assault allegations.
- What happened after a Vancouver Police officer testified against a colleague for sexual assault?
- A Vancouver Police officer, who testified against a colleague for sexual assault, had her testimony shared amongst fellow officers with disrespectful and discrediting commentary.