An officer working in Kimmirut during summer 2020 is now facing three charges.

Const. Ira Tarleton is accused of assault causing bodily harm, theft under $5,000 and mischief under $5,000, according to a news release issued by the on Friday.

Tarleton, who is normally stationed in Ottawa, was working in a relief capacity for the Mounties in Kimmirut last summer.

The police say the alleged offences occurred when Tarleton responded to a call for service in the community.

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The Mounties stated that no further information will be disclosed at this time.