Toronto police have arrested one of their own officers, Const. Abbas Popal, for allegedly accessing private police databases without authorization multiple times. The incidents reportedly took place between January 2024 and April 2025, leading to charges of unauthorized use of a computer against the 25-year-old officer. Following these allegations, Popal has been placed on paid suspension in accordance with the Community Safety and Policing Act.

The investigation reveals that Const. Popal has been with the Toronto police force for approximately three years. Importantly, authorities have clarified that this case is not connected to Project South, a significant ongoing investigation into organized crime and corruption that previously resulted in the arrests of several Toronto police officers.

Popal is expected to appear in court in June, where the legal proceedings will continue. This case raises critical questions about police accountability and the integrity of law enforcement practices, especially given its context within broader investigations into misconduct within the police department.