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Quebec appoints independent observer in alleged racism investigation at Montreal North police station
Anne-Marie Boisvert will report findings on criminal and disciplinary probes as police face allegations of racist conduct and possible criminal charges.
- On Saturday, Quebec Domestic Security Minister Ian Lafreni appointed Anne-Marie Boisvert as an independent observer to oversee investigations into racism allegations involving Montreal police officers.
- Following allegations of "discriminatory and racist" behavior on June 12, Police Chief Fady Dagher confirmed Montreal police dismantled a night patrol unit at Station, reassigned 14 officers, and suspended two others.
- Boisvert, a former dean of the Universit law faculty, must ensure investigations proceed with "integrity and impartiality," reporting any lack of cooperation or irregularities directly to Lafreni.
- On Thursday, four organizations including the Canadian Civil Liberties Association and Hoodstock sent a letter to the Quebec government requesting a public inquiry into racial profiling within the police service.
- Quebec Premier Christine said she does not rule out a public investigation, noting the government wants to see results of ongoing probes before deciding on further steps.
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Quebec appoints independent observer in alleged racism investigation at Montreal North police station
Quebec’s Security Minister Ian Lafrenière has appointed Anne-Marie Boisvert as the independent observer to oversee the Montreal police investigation into allegations of racism at Station 39 in Montreal North.
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Minister Lafrenière said he wanted to ensure that the SPVM's internal investigation into the alleged racist acts was carried out with "impartiality".
·Montreal, Canada
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The minister appointed Ms. Anne-Marie Boisvert to follow up on the investigation of Montreal police officers.
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Homeland Security Minister Ian Lafrenière appointed Mr. Anne-Marie Boisvert as an independent observer on Saturday to follow up on the investigation into allegations of racism against Montreal police officers.
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