Barnhardt Bail Review: Toronto Cop's Corruption Scandal

0:00Lawyers for Toronto Police Constable Timothy Barnhart are urging a court to rethink its decision to deny him bail. The 56-year-old officer faces 17 charges, more than anyone else in a sweeping corruption probe by York Regional Police. This case involves eight current and former Toronto officers accused of ties to organized crime. Allegations range from bribery and cocaine trafficking to weapons, offenses, and even conspiracy to commit murder. Toronto Police Chief Myron Demke called the scandal a blow to public trust in the force. All accused officers have been suspended and under new Ontario policing rules from last year, some could lose pay while in custody or facing serious charges. Investigators say Barnhart leaked sensitive personal information to Brian DeCosta, a central figure in a drug network with international links. DeCosta and 18 other suspects, including two youths, were also arrested. With the publication ban in place on court details, the bail review moves forward amid

1:01broader fallout, including suspensions at Peel Regional Police. As the investigation keeps revealing more cracks in law enforcement, this has been Toronto news today, powered by AI.