ABBOTSFORD, B.C., Sept 19 – RCMP Assistant Commissioner David Teboul, the federal policing commander for the Pacific Region, has been charged with three counts of assault following an off-duty incident in July.
According to the B.C. Prosecution Service (BCPS), the alleged offences occurred on July 2 in Abbotsford. Teboul faces:
- One count of assault
- One count of assault by choking involving one complainant
- A third count of assault involving a second complainant
Police said the alleged incident took place at a public facility on McMillan Road. The Abbotsford Recreation Centre and McMillan Park are located in that area, though authorities did not specify the exact location.
Special prosecutor appointed
To ensure impartiality, the BCPS appointed senior Vancouver lawyer Andi MacKay as special prosecutor, citing Teboul’s high-ranking role within the RCMP. MacKay’s mandate includes providing legal advice to investigators, assessing charges, and leading the prosecution.
A publication ban has been ordered to protect the identities of the complainants.
RCMP response
RCMP spokesperson Dawn Roberts confirmed that once the charges became known, a code of conduct investigation was launched internally. Teboul has been temporarily reassigned pending the outcome of the case.
Teboul’s first court appearance is scheduled for October 9 at Abbotsford Provincial Court.
Background on Teboul
According to the RCMP, Teboul joined the force in 1997 and has worked in homicide, anti-corruption, and national security counter-terrorism units. In March 2024, he was promoted to Assistant Commissioner, overseeing policing across B.C. and the Yukon.
