Investigation
RCMP/HRP Domestic Assault Leading to Charges
File Number: 2023-050
Date Opened: 2023-10-25
Date Closed: 2024-01-04
Date Published: 2024-01-04
Province: Nova Scotia
Police Agency: RCMP Nova Scotia
Status: Concluded
Decision: Charges laid
Summary
On October 25, 2023, the RCMP referred a matter to the SiRT regarding conduct of an off-duty Halifax Regional Police “HRP” officer. The HRP had contacted the RCMP about the incident earlier that day about an alleged domestic assault.
As a result of the allegations, the SiRT commenced an investigation. The investigation that led to the charges outlined below was completed on January 4, 2024. In the course of the investigation, the Affected Party (“AP”) was interviewed, and other evidence was gathered
On April 29, 2023, the Subject Officer, Constable Jacob Farr committed assault against his partner, the AP.