The senior Ottawa police officer was suspended amid the investigation

Ottawa Police Service (OPS) superintendent Mark Patterson was suspended Wednesday, according to an email sent to all staff by the acting chief. Steve Bell and obtained by CBC News.

We take this very seriously and the matter is being thoroughly investigated by the Professional Standards Sectionwritten by Mr. bells by email.

Ottawa police would not comment on the nature of the allegations, nor have they disclosed the scope of the investigation to officers, but sources say it involves several complainants.

At the time of his suspension, Mr. Patterson was superintendent of the intelligence branch and oversaw units such as intelligence and surveillance. He previously served as a senior executive overseeing the recruitment of new police officers.

Mr Patterson was one of the police officers involved in handling the truckers protest earlier this year, before he was removed from his position of chief then, peter sloly.

As the investigation continues, it is important that we respect the process and wait for the results before making any conclusions.written by Mr. bells by email. Health support is available for those involved in this investigation.

Constable Patterson’s suspension came on the same day when he was scheduled to make a disciplinary decision in an unrelated misconduct case. Mr. Patterson is a disciplinary hearing officer and convicts cases of officer misconduct within the service.

The show was canceled Wednesday morning. Mr. Patterson was suspended at the same time.

Ottawa police are investigating themselves into the alleged misconduct. Using internal investigation is an unusual process for a senior executive. As a general rule, the OPS requesting external police services, such as the Ontario Provincial Police, to investigate senior officers in the interest of transparency and accountability.

Mr. Patterson’s suspension provides for the continuation of his salary.

With information from Shaamini Yogaretnam, CBC News