By Michael Tutton, THE CANADIAN PRESS
Published Friday, November 2, 2018 3:43PM ADT
Last Updated Friday, November 2, 2018 6:05PM ADT
Halifax police are investigating four of their own staff over allegations that property was mishandled.
They say the items in the force’s property and exhibit section had been designated for destruction, and didn’t include drugs or weapons.
However, the four civilian employees have been placed on leave with pay while the matter is being investigated.
The force says the section handles property that is seized, surrendered or found, while the exhibits are kept for investigative and court purposes, as well as to return property to its owners.
“On Wednesday, information came to light internally that led to questions about the handling of property designated for destruction, and a criminal investigation was immediately initiated,” Chief Jean Michel Blais said in a news release. “At this time, it is unknown if there will be grounds for criminal charges.”
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