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Detective Helen Grus, a 23-year veteran of the Ottawa Police, faces demotion after being found guilty of accessing confidential records tied to nine child deaths without authorization—motivated by her personal opposition to vaccine mandates. The hearing officer ruled her actions, taken while in the child abuse unit, were a misuse of power that harmed families and damaged police credibility. Though Grus insists she’s innocent and vows to continue serving, supporters rallied outside the station. Renwick, the hearing officer, stressed accountability, ordering the demotion as the harshest penalty short of dismissal to reinforce that abuse of authority won’t be tolerated—even for long-serving officers. Her lack of remorse may limit her future in law enforcement.

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