Advertisement

Edmonton police officer faces charge related to sharing an ‘intimate image’

The Edmonton Police Service headquarters in downtown Edmonton. February 9, 2017. Kendra Slugoski, Global News

A 12-year member of the Edmonton Police Service is facing one charge related to the sharing of an intimate image, the EPS announced Thursday.

According to the news release, the image was allegedly shared in Edmonton September, 2018.

READ MORE: Edmonton police officer charged in connection with sexual assault in Canmore

EPS says the charge against Const. Samuel Sanson is connected to a non-work-related incident.

Get daily Canada news delivered to your inbox so you'll never miss the day's top stories.

Get daily National news

Get daily Canada news delivered to your inbox so you'll never miss the day's top stories.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

“The charges follow an in-depth investigation by the EPS Professional Standards Branch which was subsequently reviewed by Alberta Justice,” the news release from EPS said.

READ MORE: Edmonton police officer faces charges: Traffic ticket dates allegedly changed

Sanson is currently on leave.

Story continues below advertisement

WATCH: Police warn jerseys with fake Connor McDavid signatures sold in Edmonton

Click to play video: 'Police warn jerseys with fake Connor McDavid signatures sold in Edmonton'
Police warn jerseys with fake Connor McDavid signatures sold in Edmonton

Sponsored content

AdChoices