A report from the Military Police Complaints Commission criticized the Canadian Forces’ handling of the investigation into Maj. Gen. Dany Fortin, who was acquitted of sexual assault charges due to significant procedural failures. The report highlighted issues of investigative bias and inadequate oversight, leading to a loss of public trust in military policing. While Provost Marshal Brig.-Gen. Vanessa Hanrahan acknowledged some recommendations, her responses were deemed insufficient, raising doubts about the commitment to reform. Fortin expressed disappointment, asserting that true accountability was not demonstrated by the military police.
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