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ONTARIO’S Peel Regional Police stated on Thursday that on Sunday, November 3 at roughly 12 p.m., officers responded to a trespassing criticism that arose out of a protest on the Hindu Sabba Temple, positioned on The Gore Street in Brampton.
In the course of the protest, it grew to become obvious that tensions had been escalating, and public security grew to become a priority. For the security of everybody current, a willpower was made to grab any gadgets that could possibly be used as a weapon.
As officers had been attempting to de-escalate tensions, a video was captured and posted to social media that confirmed an altercation between an officer and a protester.
Peel Regional Police say that they perceive that the video triggered concern in the neighborhood. “We take all complaints about officer conduct seriously and have conducted a review of the incident,” they added.
Following an investigation, it was decided that the officer depicted within the video was trying to disarm a person who refused to give up their weapon and have become confrontational, and accordingly acted throughout the lawful execution of his duties.
Police launched the footage from the officer’s body-worn digital camera.
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A Strategic Investigative Staff devoted to investigating incidents of criminality in the course of the November 3 and 4 incidents has since been fashioned.
Anybody with suspect or basic data is inspired to contact police investigators at both 12 Division (Mississauga) at 905-453-2121 extension 1233, or 21 Division (Brampton) at 905-453-2121 extension 2133.
Data can be supplied anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca.
Peel Regional Police stated they’re dedicated to respecting a person’s proper to peacefully assemble, as per the Canadian Constitution of Rights and Freedoms. Nonetheless, there isn’t any tolerance for any acts of violence, threats of violence or vandalism throughout any peaceable meeting. “We appreciate the cooperation of those who remained peaceful during these events,” police added.
