TORONTO, Ont. - Some explosive allegations have been levelled at Toronto police in the wake of June's G20 summit in Toronto.
The Toronto Community Mobilization Network -- an umbrella group for summit protesters -- have accused police of sexually assaulting women who were detained during the summit weekend.
The makeshift detention centre was on Eastern Avenue and it became the focus of many complaints by protesters about inhumane conditions.
The Police Services Board will be conducting an independent civilian review of G20 policing.
The independent review will not be looking into individual complaints regarding police actions but will be focusing on systematic problems that occurred during the summit, including the police chain of command.
Former Assistant Deputy Attorney General Douglas Hunt will help the board develop the scope of work and terms of reference for the review.
The Office of the Independent Police Review Director has announced they investigate issues in relation to complaints against police during the G20 Summit, including issues related to allegations of unlawful searches, unlawful arrests, improper detention and issues related to the temporary holding facility.
"The review will investigate common issues arising from complaints against police during the G20 Summit. I can ensure that these issues are investigated thoroughly and in a way that is accountable, transparent, efficient and fair to both the public and the police." said Gerry McNeilly, Independent Police Review Director.
The OIPRD says it has received approximately 275 complaints in relation to incidents during the G20.
You can file a complaint with the OIPRD through its website at www.oiprd.on.ca.