Prince Albert police officer criminally charged in man's death
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A Prince Albert police officer is facing criminal charges in connection with a man's in-custody death.
A Prince Albert police officer is facing criminal charges in connection with a man's in-custody death.
Saul Laliberte, 33, died in a police detention facility on November 7, 2021.
The Prince Albert Police Service says it has charged an officer with criminal negligence causing death, and failing to provide the necessities of life, based on a recommendation from the Crown.
"We want to assure the public that we take every matter seriously, and while today's announcement may raise concerns, we are committed to upholding the integrity of the court process," interim police chief Patrick Nogier said in a news release.
"It is important for us to respect this process while simultaneously supporting our members and thoroughly reviewing our internal policies and protocols," Nogier said.
The news release did not identify the officer, only saying the officer has 21 years of experience.
The officer has been relieved from active duty, according to the police service.
