What are the allegations against the Vancouver Police Department officers in the Myles Gray case?

Seven officers are accused of abusing their authority by using unnecessary or excessive force leading to Myles Gray's death in August 2015.

When did Myles Gray die, and what were his injuries?

Myles Gray died in August 2015. His injuries included ruptured testicles, a broken voice box, a fractured eye socket, and extensive bruising.

What is the purpose of the public hearing regarding Myles Gray's death?

The hearing is investigating whether the involved Vancouver Police Department constables abused their authority and used unnecessary force in Myles Gray's death.

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Officers Accused of Abuse in Myles Gray's Death

21 Jan

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Summary

Seven officers deny allegations of using unnecessary force.
Witnesses saw Gray exhibiting erratic behavior before his death.
Gray suffered severe injuries, including a broken voice box.

Officers Accused of Abuse in Myles Gray's Death

A public hearing is underway concerning the August 2015 death of Myles Gray, with seven Vancouver Police Department constables facing allegations of abusing their authority.

Constables Kory Folkestad, Eric Birzneck, Derek Cain, Josh Wong, Beau Spencer, Hardeep Sahota, and Nick Thompson have all denied the claims that they used reckless or intentional, unnecessary force. Gray died following an altercation with police, sustaining severe injuries such as ruptured testicles, a broken voice box, a fractured eye socket, and widespread bruising.

Witnesses at the hearing described Gray's unsettling behavior prior to the incident. Andreah Pilgrim saw him pacing and mumbling near a Burnaby bus stop, noting his determined demeanor. Muhammed Reza testified to hearing his mother scream after Gray took her hose, claiming Gray made vulgar comments to her before acting erratically and running into traffic.