"The Toronto Police Service Board has asked the province's policing oversight body to look into recent allegations of antisemitism and other cultural issues within the city's police force. The board asked Ontario's Inspectorate of Policing to conduct their inspections promptly, publicly report findings when possible, and to recommend corrective actions where necessary, according to a Friday news release."
"Shelley Carroll, chair of the TPS board, said members of Toronto's Jewish community deserve to have their concerns addressed. Residents should never have to question whether they'll be treated fairly because of who they are or what community they belong to, Carroll said in a news release, adding the TPS board heard feedback from the community before approaching the inspectorate."
"People need confidence that policing in Toronto is professional, impartial and free from bias, she said. Toronto police Chief Myron Demkiw said the service is committed to member wellness and respect in the workplace. The Toronto Police Service takes any allegation of antisemitism and racism extremely seriously, he said in a statement to CBC Toronto, adding Toronto police will support the oversight body during their inspection."
"Demkiw said he's also asked the Law Enforcement Complaints Agency to review the allegations and determine if more inspection is necessary."
The Toronto Police Service Board asked Ontario’s policing oversight body to inspect recent allegations of antisemitism and other cultural issues within the Toronto Police Service. The board requested prompt inspections, public reporting of findings when possible, and recommendations for corrective actions. The request followed allegations raised by a retired homicide inspector who described a culture of antisemitism, racism, and corruption among high-ranking officials. The board chair said Toronto’s Jewish community deserves its concerns addressed and that residents should not have to question fair treatment based on identity or community. The police chief stated the service takes antisemitism and racism allegations seriously, will support the inspection, and asked the Law Enforcement Complaints Agency to determine whether additional review is needed.
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