A former Peel police officer is facing criminal charges after a shooting in Mississauga that injured 34-year-old Chantelle Krupka at her home on Mother's Day, prompting her to accuse the force of anti-Black racism. Ontario's Special Investigations Unit has charged former officer Valerie Briffa with criminal negligence causing bodily harm, assault with a weapon, and careless use of a firearm. Krupka, who is Black, has said police used excessive force against her when one officer Tasered her in the back and then another officer shot her in the abdomen on the night of May 10. Chantelle Krupka, 34, was injured when an officer shot her on the front steps of her Mississauga home in May. Officer in court in AugustBriffa was arrested Thursday at the SIU's offices and released on a promise to appear in court.

Source: CBC News July 16, 2020 18:16 UTC