RCMP accountability questioned after alleged excessive force incident in Sheshatshiu

Public outrage over an arrest and alleged excessive force by RCMP in Sheshatshiu has led to calls for greater accountability and a separate Innu police service.

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RCMP accountability questioned after alleged excessive force incident in Sheshatshiu

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There is strong criticism that the RCMP's self-referral to an oversight body that isn't mandated to investigate is a facade of accountability, leading to renewed calls for an independent Innu police service.

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RCMP accountability questioned after alleged excessive force incident in Sheshatshiu

Public outrage over an arrest and alleged excessive force by RCMP in Sheshatshiu has led to calls for greater accountability and a separate Innu police service.