Pharmacist Issued Warning After Convictions for Public Sexual Act and Assaulting Police Officers
Date of Decision: July 2, 2020
Registrant's Role: Pharmacist
Allegations:
- Engaged in a sexual act with another person in a public place.
- Convicted of assaulting two police constables during arrest attempts following the incident.
- Behaviour found to constitute serious misconduct, undermining public trust in the pharmacy profession.
Outcome: Formal warning issued
GPhC Standards Breached:
- Standard 6 – Behave in a professional manner
Case Summary
The registrant was seen by police officers engaging in a sexual act with a known sex worker in a public alley. Upon noticing the police, the registrant attempted to flee and assaulted two constables during the course of arrest. Injuries included:
- Immediate pain to one officer’s face.
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