St. Thomas, ON – Friday March 8th 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
As previously released, the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) was notified of an incident in September 2022 that involved injuries to an individual that were alleged to have occurred during a resistive arrest.
At the conclusion of the SIU’s investigation, Constable James was charged with Assault Causing Bodily Harm and ultimately stood trial in December 2023. On the first day of trial, the charge was reduced through a joint submission to the lesser offence of Assault. The trial concluded after several days and was stood down for decision at a future date.
On Thursday March 7th 2024 the Ontario Court of Justice ruled that Constable Sean James was not guilty of Assault. The charge was dismissed.
“I am pleased that this matter has concluded. Constable Sean James is a valued member of our police service and has remained on active duty as the STPS K9 Officer throughout these proceedings. Constable James and PSD Axle will continue to serve the residents of St. Thomas to the high levels they have become known for. Similarly, the Executive Leadership Team of the police service will continue to support the professional actions of our members as they consistently face the unprecedented challenges and increasingly confrontational and violent interactions that have been occurring over recent years.” Chief Marc Roskamp
