Lawyer Calls for Immediate Action Against B.C. Mountie

The RCMP’s conduct authority lawyer, John MacLaughlan, is advocating for the immediate dismissal or resignation of Const. Ian Solven, one of three Coquitlam officers found guilty of discreditable conduct due to racist, sexist, and homophobic comments in group chats. MacLaughlan emphasized that Solven’s actions undermine RCMP values and the integrity of justice, noting his comments about vulnerable individuals. Solven acknowledged his misconduct and expressed regret, but MacLaughlan argued that allowing him to return would be inappropriate given the public scrutiny. The officers remain suspended with pay as the adjudicator prepares to deliver a decision.

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