Two Quebec provincial police officers arrested in alleged sexual assault

A logo for BEI, Quebec鈥檚 independent police bureau, is seen in Louiseville, Que., Tuesday, March 28, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz

MONTREAL - Quebec's police watchdog says it has arrested two provincial police officers for alleged sexual assault dating back to 2022.

The officers are based in the Montcalm regional municipality, covering the area north of Montreal in the Lanaudi猫re region.

Sgt. Louis鈥怭hilippe Tessier is facing one count of sexual assault.

Police officer Maxime Denis is also facing a single count of sexual assault.

The independent police agency did not release details on its investigation.

The agency investigates cases involving police, including when a civilian dies or is seriously injured by police or in custody.

This report by 春色直播was first published July 3, 2025.

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