An RCMP officer from Brooks has been suspended with pay following an investigation into his off-duty conduct.

RCMP say an investigation began on Nov. 20 into the behaviour of 40-year-old Cpl. Michael Hagel.

It is unclear what prompted the investigation.

The officer has since been charged with assault and assault by choking.

Hagel is a nine-year veteran of the RCMP.

He was released on an undertaking with conditions to attend court in Brooks on Jan. 7.

Alberta RCMP declined to provide further information, citing the ongoing court case.

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