The commissioner, Judith McPhee, dismissed Low's complaint that the police in general had failed to investigate properly. McPhee told Low her complaint was outside the six-month time limit laid down in the Police Act. "Allegations of sexual assault are very concerning," said Barbara MacLean. Sexual assault victims at particular disadvantageRose said Low's case has highlighted that sexual assault victims are at a particular disadvantage when it comes to limitation periods and it might prevent them to seek justice when police fail in their duties. Rose said Low's complaint will now go back to the commissioner for a review.

Source: CBC News April 09, 2020 17:00 UTC