Published Jun 26, 2025Last updated 52 minutes ago1 minute readPhoto by FileArticle contentThe charges have been dropped against a Cape Breton RCMP officer who was accused of breaking into a man’s house and damaging property.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentCape Breton Regional Police contacted the province’s Serious Incident Response Team on Dec. 14, 2024, to inform them that Const. Sara Bennett was suspected of breaking and entering and mischief following an incident in Sydney involving a man known to her. On Feb. 20, 2025, Bennett was charged with breaking and entering and committing mischief relating to property valued at more than $5,000.Article contentArticle contentBennett, who was an RCMP member since June 2023, was then placed on administrative duties while an internal code of conduct investigation was launched.Article contentDuring a May 25 appearance in Sydney provincial court, the charges against Bennett were withdrawn when she agreed to enter into a common-law peace bond that prohibits her from having contact with the male victim and orders her to stay 25 metres away from his home and place of employment.Article contentArticle content
Charges against Cape Breton RCMP officer withdrawn
