The defense attorney representing a high-ranking RCMP officer from British Columbia has stated that his client plans to plead not guilty to assault charges stemming from an alleged incident in Abbotsford in July.
RCMP Assistant Commissioner David Teboul faces two assault charges and one charge of assault causing bodily harm related to an off-duty altercation. The identities of the individuals involved are protected by a publication ban.
According to Teboul’s lawyer, David Butcher, the officer denies the charges and will enter a not guilty plea. The trial is not expected to take place until the new year, with a scheduling hearing set for Dec. 18.
During a recent court appearance via video, special prosecutor Andi MacKay and Butcher informed the judge that Teboul’s trial is anticipated to span six days.
In a related development, the BC Prosecution Service appointed MacKay as a special prosecutor in August while the Abbotsford Police Department was investigating the case. This appointment aims to ensure impartiality in the justice process due to the serious nature of the allegations and Teboul’s influential position within the RCMP.