The Ontario Civilian Police Commission has appointed a retired Toronto deputy chief to oversee the Durham police force while it investigates allegations of corruption and abuse of power by senior ranks.
An administrator has been appointed to oversee the Durham Regional Police Service while a provincial watchdog probes allegations of corruption, abuse of power and coverup by senior command, according to a lawyer representing current and former officers who filed complaints against the force.
Lawyer Peter Brauti said he received a letter Friday from the Ontario Civilian Police Commission stating that Mike Federico, a retired deputy chief with Toronto police, will act as an administrator for the duration of the oversight agency’s investigation.
The Star hasn’t seen the letter, but learned of its contents from Brauti, who said Federico will assume roles and responsibilities typically held by the police chief while the investigation is being conducted.
