Merritt RCMP officer faces multiple gun charges in case spanning 3 years

Const. David Paul Feller, an RCMP officer serving in Merritt, is charged with multiple firearms offenses related to events that occurred from 2020 to 2023. The charges include breach of trust, possession of firearms obtained through criminal activity, and improper storage of firearms. Additionally, Feller faces accusations of possessing unloaded restricted firearms with readily accessible ammunition. The BC Prosecution Service emphasized that the charges were approved by a lawyer without ties to the accused, ensuring impartiality in the process.

Feller's first court appearance is scheduled for November 18 in Merritt provincial court, which will be closely monitored. This situation underscores ongoing concerns about law enforcement accountability and the potential implications for public trust in police forces. Legal experts may analyze the case to assess its impact on future police conduct policies in the region. The outcome could influence how similar cases are handled in British Columbia moving forward.