The chair of the Toronto Police Service board says reports of criminal charges against Toronto officers in Spain are troubling and must be dealt with “swiftly and seriously” by the force.
The Mossos d’Esquadra police force in Barcelona confirmed Tuesday that three off-duty Toronto police officers were arrested on May 18, 2026, in connection with an incident involving a 25-year-old Canadian woman. The officers were on vacation at the time.
Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw said the force is aware of the situation and is cooperating with Spanish authorities. The officers have been suspended with pay pending the outcome of the investigation.
The Toronto Police Services Board chair, Ann Morgan, stated, “These allegations are deeply troubling. We expect the highest standards of conduct from our officers, and any breach will be dealt with swiftly and seriously.”
The Canadian consulate in Barcelona is providing consular assistance to the woman involved. The officers are scheduled to appear in a Spanish court on May 22, 2026.
