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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Justin Vallejo

Ottawa police chief Peter Sloly resigns amid Canada’s ‘Freedom Convoy’ protests

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Ottawa police Chief Peter Sloly has resigned amid criticisms of his handling of the “Freedom Convoy” protests that have encircled Canada’s capital city, according to government officials.

Ottawa City Councillor Riley Brockington confirmed the resignation, saying on Twitter that an official announcement would be made by the Police Services Board following a meeting with the Ottawa City on Tuesday afternoon.

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