Kaohsiung Police Investigate Female Officer's Allegations of Sexual Harassment and Bullying

(CNA Kaohsiung, 27th) A female police officer in a Kaohsiung precinct is suspected of being subjected to sexual harassment and workplace bullying. The Kaohsiung City Police Department stated today that all cases have been accepted according to regulations and investigations have been immediately launched. Once the facts are clarified, they will adhere to a 'zero tolerance' principle and strictly handle the matter according to rules, with no leniency.

The Kaohsiung City Police Department explained today that regarding the officer's sexual harassment complaint, the precinct accepted the harassment case on the 8th and the workplace bullying case on the 14th. A sexual harassment investigation committee meeting was held on the 16th, and a workplace bullying investigation committee meeting followed on the 17th. Currently, both cases are being investigated by a task force composed of external members appointed by the precinct.

The Kaohsiung City Police Department pointed out that after accepting the complaints, the precinct immediately implemented protective isolation measures and adjusted the complainant's position to another business unit based on her wishes. They also provided counseling channels and notified relevant units for assistance.

The Kaohsiung City Police Department stated that to ensure the fairness and impartiality of the investigation process and to implement privacy protection for those involved, the cases have now entered an active investigation stage by the precinct. (Editor: Chang Ming-kun) 1150427