A Sudbury police officer has been charged with impaired driving after he was stopped on Municipal Road 80 on Nov. 13.
Const. Thomas Van Drunen was off duty when he was stopped at around 11 a.m., GSPS reported in a news release.
Van Drunen was hired as a fourth-class constable in April 2020.
“The actions of this police officer do not reflect the Greater Sudbury Police Service’s values or mission to ensure a culture of trust through professional service while empowering our community to enhance safety,” said Police Chief Paul Pedersen, in a news release.
“While these are accusations at this point, I am nevertheless very disheartened by this incident. Each and every day, our members are committed to protecting and serving our community and keeping people safe. Road safety is of the utmost importance. Members who fail to uphold our values and make the inexcusable decision to drive while impaired will be held accountable for their actions, without exception.”
Under the Police Service Act of Ontario, Van Drunen will be suspended from duty with pay. The incident has also been forwarded to the Professional Standards Bureau for further investigation.
Van Drunen may be subject to additional charges under the Police Service Act.
