A Brooks RCMP officer faces two charges related to off-duty conduct. (Photo: Pattison Media)

By David Opinko

Brooks RCMP officer charged with assault

Dec 3, 2025 | 11:44 AM

A member of the RCMP in southern Alberta is facing criminal charges.

The RCMP says Cpl. Michael Hagel, 40, is charged with assault and assault by choking.

The specifics of what happened were not provided, but the matter is in relation to off-duty conduct.

Cpl. Hagel has been with the Brooks RCMP for nine years, and he has been suspended with pay.

According to RCMP, Hagel was released on a release order after a hearing and is due in the Alberta Court of Justice in Brooks on Jan. 7, 2026.

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As the matter is now before the courts, the RCMP says it cannot provide any further information.