In the News
Welcome to the OPCC news room. Our purpose is to build and maintain public confidence in the municipal police complaints system in B.C. Here you will find news items, interviews, and stories about our work to ensure police accountability in jurisdictional municipalities throughout the province.
October 10, 2024 – New review launched into VPD officers’ conduct in controversial death
October 2, 2024 – Alleged leak to media prompts police misconduct probe
July 30, 2024 – B.C. police watchdog reviewing complaints into VPD spokesperson
July 16, 2024 – B.C. police watchdog now has power to investigate systemic misconduct issues
June 19, 2024 – Public hearing for VPD sergeant accused of sexual misconduct
May 12, 2024 – VPD officer suspended 5 days for drunk driving crash; watchdog orders review
April 4, 2024 – Proposed amendments to BC’s Police Act could improve oversight and accountability
February 21, 2024 – Prabhu Rajan appointed B.C.’s next Police Complaint Commissioner