The videos, which circulated widely on social media, showed interactions between the officers and members of the public that many described as aggressive and unprofessional.

Superintendent Troy Lamontagne, head of the Traffic Department, explained that the removal of the officers is part of standard procedure while inquiries are underway.

“What ‘under investigation’ means is that the police force has a structure in place to respond to situations. The head of department initiates inquiries, requests reports from the officers involved, and ensures we have a documented account of what transpired,” he said.

In response to growing public demand for greater transparency and accountability in police conduct, the RSLPF is accelerating efforts to equip officers with body cameras and dash cameras.

Deputy Commissioner of Police, Dr. Mershama Sealy, announced that the devices will be rolled out by the first week of August.

“We will be implementing the use of body cams and dash cams in the coming weeks. There is no offense in the criminal code that prevents the public from recording officers. The public will pull out their cameras, but we will also have cameras. It protects us, and it protects the public.”

DPC Sealy emphasised that the upcoming use of police-operated cameras will not only enhance accountability, but also provide an objective record of incidents, and will aid in resolving disputes.