Probe Begins Into Sexual Misconduct Claims Against Senior Cop

Sexual misconduct allegations by individuals against a senior member of the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) are currently the subject of a formal investigation. Police Commissioner Crusita Descartes-Pelius, whose contract ends on August 31, 2024, announced the probe on Wednesday. “I have also initiated a formal investigation into reports made by individuals against a senior officer,” she told reporters. “At this time there is nothing more I am able to say with regard to these matters, other than the necessary support is being afforded to all persons and that the investigations are progressing,” Descartes-Pelius told a news conference on Wednesday morning. Descartes-Pelius expressed grave concern over reports before her about matters of sexual harassment and assault perpetrated by RSLPF members. She recalled that she had the distinct honour of becoming Saint Lucia’s first female Police Commissioner. “I am deeply saddened that my tenure has been marred by these serious allegations,” Descartes-Pelius declared. In this regard, she reiterated that she remained resolute in obtaining redress for impacted individuals. The Police Commissioner also addressed remarks to people she said had hidden behind ‘fake profiles’. She described them as ‘closeted warriors spewing lies and hate,’ trying to shift the focus and change...