A Langley RCMP sergeant has been convicted of assault causing bodily harm for kicking a handcuffed suspect in the head during an arrest in 2021. The verdict was delivered on April 24, 2026, in British Columbia Provincial Court.
The incident occurred on July 12, 2021, when the sergeant, whose name has not been released, responded to a call about a man acting erratically. The suspect was handcuffed and lying on the ground when the sergeant kicked him in the head, causing a laceration and concussion.
The court found that the use of force was excessive and not justified given the circumstances. The sergeant is scheduled to be sentenced on a later date. The RCMP has stated that it will review the conviction and consider disciplinary measures.
This case has raised concerns about police use of force and accountability in Canada. The victim's lawyer said the conviction sends a message that such actions will not be tolerated.
