British Columbia's prosecution service has approved criminal charges against a constable assigned to the RCMP's Major Crimes Section in the province, alleging he obtained child sexual abuse and exploitation material in Port Coquitlam. The case covers alleged conduct between February 2023 and May 2025, and the officer, Graham James Love, is also accused of breach of trust.

What is the officer accused of?

Prosecutors laid two counts against Love on Tuesday. One concerns the alleged acquisition of abusive material involving children; the other alleges a violation of the trust placed in him as an officer. The charging document was sworn the same day, and the first court appearance is scheduled for Nov. 18 in Port Coquitlam Provincial Court.

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The prosecution service has declined to discuss the evidence, saying the matter is now before a judge.

Why was a special prosecutor involved?

Because the accused is a police officer, the province assigned a Crown lawyer with no ties to Love to review and approve the charges. Prosecutors described the counsel as experienced and unconnected to the accused. The arrangement is intended to keep the decision independent of the police agency the constable works for.

What does the Major Crimes unit do?

The section Love was assigned to handles serious investigations across the province and lends specialized resources to municipal forces. That makes the allegations notable: officers in the unit are routinely entrusted with sensitive files, and public confidence in that work depends on members being seen to follow the law themselves.

Details about Love's duties, his current status or any internal RCMP review have not been disclosed. The prosecution service said no further information will be released while the case is active.

What happens next?

The Nov. 18 appearance will be the first public airing of the case in court. Until then, the allegations remain untested and Love has not been found guilty of anything. Readers should watch for whether the matter proceeds to trial, how the RCMP handles the officer's employment, and whether prosecutors reveal more about the investigation's origins.

FAQ

Has the officer been convicted?

No. The charges were only approved on Tuesday, and no findings have been made. Love is presumed innocent unless proven in court.

Where is the case being heard?

The matter is before Port Coquitlam Provincial Court, with the first appearance set for Nov. 18.