RCMP member launches appeal to avoid new hearing over alleged harassment
OTTAWA — An RCMP member who was fined for disgraceful conduct in the workplace has launched a fresh court challenge to prevent further disciplinary actions against him.
Marco Calandrini is asking the Federal Court of Appeal to overturn a recent decision that opens the door to a conduct hearing for alleged sexual assault and harassment, which could lead to his dismissal.
The court action comes as the national police force grapples with new accusations of lewd and sexist social media posts by RCMP members.
The Mounties have been wrestling for years with problems of bullying, harassment and other inappropriate behaviour in the police force.