Ontario deputy police chief suspended during workplace investigation

Sarnia police board has suspended Deputy Chief Ron Hansen and a civilian staff member while a workplace investigation continues. The board said the action was taken to protect the integrity of the review and maintain public confidence. The suspensions were announced Sunday, following the earlier suspension of Chief Derek Davis on May 19. Davis had been placed on leave after a workplace harassment complaint led to an independent investigation, though officials have not disclosed the details of the allegations. Board chair Kelly Ash said the suspensions are not findings of misconduct and that the board aims to handle the matter thoroughly and impartially. The Ontario Inspector General of Policing said it is monitoring the situation and believes the board has taken appropriate steps so the investigation can proceed while the service remains stable.