Hundreds of allegations have been made against Toronto police in regards to police violence and threats during the mass arrests that took place during the G20 protests in Toronto. Male officers have also been accused of using sexual threats against the women detained. An independent public inquiry has been called for by various labour, community and student groups.
Links:
CASAC/ACCCACS Letter of Support for an independent public inquiry. 8 July 2010.
McGuinty says no to a G20 public inquiry. By ctvtoronto.ca. CTV Globe Media, 2 July, 2010.
Watch this video of independent journalist Amy Miller on Violence and Threats Against Women in Detention Centre.
Amy Miller – Alternative Media Centre, Independent Journalist from Darren Puscas on Vimeo.