OPP COMMISSIONER’S STATEMENT REGARDING CONVICTION OF LEEDS OPP MEMBER JASON REDMOND

Member Dismissed from the OPP

Orillia – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has terminated the employment of Provincial Constable Jason REDMOND of the Leeds County OPP Detachment.

REDMOND was dismissed as a member of the OPP after abandoning the Ontario Civilian Police Commission appeal process following a Police Services Act ruling terminating his employment. As a result, the member is no longer eligible to receive a salary from the OPP.

REDMOND’s termination was effective June 15, 2023.

“The corrupt, disgraceful and criminal behaviour of this individual is inconsistent with the exemplary conduct of OPP members and our values of serving Ontarians with pride, professionalism and honour. This behaviour also undermines the selfless and heroic acts our officers perform every day while serving and protecting our communities.” – Commissioner Thomas Carrique

The OPP acknowledges this has been a lengthy and difficult journey for the victims in this matter. Our investigators remain committed to providing support to victims from the beginning of an investigation to its conclusion by taking a victim-centred and trauma-informed approach that enhances investigative excellence and protects the rights of victims/survivors.

We also recognize this has been difficult for our members who work hard every day to protect and assist victims.

REDMOND was charged in November 2015, and subsequently convicted in October 2018, for trafficking a controlled substance and uttering a forged document. In August 2021, the OPP began an additional investigation related to allegations regarding numerous violent offences stemming from 2017. REDMOND was arrested and charged on October 15, 2021. On February 16, 2023, REDMOND was convicted of sexual assault.