Following the conclusion of a criminal trial, on September 1, 2022, Medicine Hat Police Service Constable Myles Steiger was found guilty of assault in connection with an off-duty incident that occurred on April 21, 2021 and was given an 18-month suspended sentence by the Court.

Cst. Steiger is a 12-year member of the MHPS. He has been placed on administrative duties since June 23, 2021. The Service will now assess the findings of the court and commence an internal disciplinary process under the Police Act. The disciplinary process will determine whether any discipline, up to and including dismissal, is appropriate.

To ensure appropriate oversight, the Chair of the Medicine Hat Police Commission, and the provincial Director of Law Enforcement, have been provided with updates on the progress of this investigation on an ongoing basis.

Media Contact:

Rita Sittler
Administrative Services Manager
Medicine Hat Police Service
Ph: 403-529-8416