Ontario Provincial Police say charges have been laid against a 29-year member of the force following a lengthy internal investigation.
Police said an investigation by their Professional Standards Bureau and West Region Crime Unit began on June 5 following allegations of “wrongdoing” by one of their officers.
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Sgt. Shawn Jones, currently serving at the Wellington County detachment in Fergus Ont., was charged on Wednesday with obstructing justice and breach of trust.
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An OPP spokesperson would not elaborate on what the charges stem from because she said the matter is now before the courts.
Jones has been suspended with pay and will make a court appearance on Aug. 28.