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Ex-Cop Sentenced for Drug Trafficking, Damaging Public Trust

1/24/2026

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Elston Bostock, a former Winnipeg Police Service officer, was sentenced to seven years for drug trafficking and photographing a deceased woman for personal gratification.
Justice Kenneth Champagne condemned Bostock's actions as damaging public trust in law enforcement.
An internal investigation, prompted by colleague concerns, uncovered bribery of officers and sharing confidential information.
Bostock's pension remains intact, drawing criticism from Winnipeg Police Chief Gene Bowers as a stain on the department.

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Elston Bostock, a former Winnipeg Police Service officer, was sentenced to seven years for drug trafficking and photographing a deceased woman for personal gratification.
Justice Kenneth Champagne condemned Bostock's actions as damaging public trust in law enforcement.
An internal investigation, prompted by colleague concerns, uncovered bribery of officers and sharing confidential information.
Bostock's pension remains intact, drawing criticism from Winnipeg Police Chief Gene Bowers as a stain on the department.