Halifax Regional Police have charged one of their own in a shoplifting case in which sources have said she was allegedly wearing a wig and carrying a service revolver in her purse.
Police charged Const. Jennifer McPhee Wednesday in relation to a theft that occurred Sept. 13 at the Bayers Lake Atlantic Superstore.
The 42-year-old is charged with careless use of a firearm, contravention of firearm storage regulations, carrying a concealed weapon, unauthorized possession of a restricted firearm, possession of a restricted firearm with ammunition, theft under $5,000, and disguise with intent.
"McPhee, who has over 17 years of service with HRP, remains suspended with pay in accordance with the Nova Scotia Police Act," said a police news release issued Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.
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