Brampton (Rajeev Sharma)— A 39-year-old Toronto police officer has been suspended from duty after being charged with multiple counts of sexual assault and physical assault following a targeted investigation by the Peel Regional Police. The Special Victims Unit (SVU) announced the charges on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, marking a significant legal development involving a member of the neighbouring jurisdiction’s police force.
The accused, identified as Farhan Ali of Markham, faces a total of ten criminal charges. According to the formal release from Peel police, Ali has been charged with three counts of sexual assault, three counts of assault, and four counts of mischief. While the specific nature of the allegations remains shielded due to the sensitive nature of the SVU investigation and the ongoing court process, authorities have confirmed that the incidents are now under judicial review.
Administrative Suspension and Off-Duty Allegations
In a separate statement, the Toronto Police Service (TPS) confirmed that they were made aware of the charges against their officer. A spokesperson for the TPS clarified that the alleged offences occurred while Ali was off duty. In accordance with the mandatory requirements of the Community Safety and Policing Act, Ali has been suspended with pay pending the outcome of the criminal proceedings.
Peel Regional Police have declined to release further details regarding the timeline of the investigation or the identity of the complainants to protect their privacy. The suspension of an officer under such serious allegations continues to draw scrutiny toward internal conduct standards within the GTA’s policing services. Ali is scheduled to appear in a Brampton court to answer to the charges in the coming weeks.
