Former Sask. mountie receives second conviction for possessing intimate images

The charges were laid in March of 2024. A publication ban prohibits any information that could identify the victim, which in this case includes the location of the offences.

The offence occurred in 2018, and involved a woman arrested and placed in the detachment’s cellblock. While in custody, the woman removed her clothes with the exception of her underwear. Roughly two months later, members of the Dillon detachment discovered a number of papers on the printer, which included a printed image taken from the surveillance camera footage of the topless woman.

Further investigation revealed Chitrena, who was an acting corporal at the time, was the only member who could have accessed the photo. He later admitted to his actions and blamed a porn addiction.

Chitrena ceased to be an RCMP officer as of November 2020.

As he received a conditional discharge for the crime, he technically came to court on Friday with no prior criminal record.

When provided the opportunity to speak, he acknowledged there was nothing he could do or say to make up for the harm he caused.

“All I can do is pray that the memory of me and what I did, fades away from those that I hurt,” he said. “I’m very sorry, and I accept whatever punishment you’re going to give out.”

Judge Healy referred to Chetrina’s actions as ‘appalling, disgusting and absolutely shameful.’

“This will follow you for the rest of your life,” he said.

Healy also cautioned Chetrina that should he re-offend, he would most definitely be facing a longer prison sentence in a federal penitentiary.

With remand credit, Chetrina has about 10 months left to serve. Conditions of his subsequent probation include no contact with the victim or their family.

He’s also under a 10 year order that prohibits him from having any electronic devices that can be used to access the internet. He is also not allowed near any schools, playgrounds, or any businesses where children under the age of 16 might be present.

Despite Friday’s outcome, Chitrena has unresolved breach related charges for which he has entered guilty pleas. Following the offence in 2023, Chitrena fled the country and returned when he ran out of money. A sentencing hearing is scheduled for April 17.

Boucher told paNOW she is seeking an additional jail sentence.

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by Nigel Maxwell

Former Sask. mountie receives second conviction for possessing intimate images

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