Officers charged with misconduct resign

Two Sudbury police officers facing accusations of misconduct have resigned from Greater Sudbury Police Service.

Former Staff Sargeant Dave Treitz was in the midst of a police tribunal hearing yesterday, when he resigned. Treitz was facing 14 counts of misconduct, including allegations of discreditable conduct, corrupt practice and neglect of duty. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges, which were filed under the police services act.

The tribunal, which began July 29, heard that Treitz, 46,  was overbearing and tyrannical towards other officers. He was accused of using police computers inappropriately and checking on reports other officers filed about his conduct. Both the prosecution and the defence say the breakdown of Treitz's marriage played a significant role in his behaviour. The allegations date back to 2007.

Roy was awaiting to enter pleas

Staff Sergeant Treitz was suspended with pay on Jan. 25, 2010 — pending the results of the tribunal. He started with the police service June 1, 1987 and served as a staff sargeant for 10 years.

Former Constable Shelley Roy has also resigned. She was awaiting a police tribunal hearing for 11 charges of misconduct. Roy was also suspended with pay on Jan. 25, 2010.

Treitz and Roy are married.

Chief Frank Elsner said a mutual resolution was reached between Treitz, Roy and the Greater Sudbury Police. Elsner said he could not discuss the details of the resolution.