UPDATE: M.L. RCMP detachment commander releases statement on officer’s assault charge
UPDATE: The interim detachment coordinator for Meadow Lake RCMP says management fully supports a local Mountie’s return to active duty despite a criminal investigation and subsequent charge.
Cpl. Ryan How said Const. Khen Wilkins recently returned to his role after an RCMP code of conduct investigation concluded. Wilkins was arrested yesterday, Aug. 9, and charged with assault.
Despite the charge, How said it does not reflect Wilkins’ efforts as a police officer.
“Meadow Lake Detachment fully supports being accountable to the public. We need to recognize positive police work as well as any mistakes and public scrutiny,” How said in an email. “This was a long process to get to this point today. It needs to be abundantly clear that while a criminal charge is outstanding, Const. Khen Wilkins is a tremendous police officer doing hard work for Meadow Lake. Those two points are not mutually exclusive.”