May 7, 2024

Charges were dropped, but VPD officer still facing disciplinary action

Several months after an assault charge against a Vancouver Police officer -- who shoved a disabled woman -- was stayed, Constable Taylor Robinson is still facing disciplinary action. In June of 2010, Robinson was caught on video pushing Sandy Davidsen as she was making her way along Hastings Street. Six months later he was charged with assault. His … [Read more...]

Transit cops face disciplinary action after UBC student beaten

Two transit police officers accused of beating a UBC student during a routine fare check are facing disciplinary action.     In May, the police complaint commissioner confirmed both officers were being investigated for excessive "use of force" following an incident last summer. The UBC student never filed a formal complaint, but his … [Read more...]