Ex-Police Officer Accused of Sexual Harassment Hired by Adrien Dolimont’s Office

A former Charleroi police officer dismissed for sexual harassment has been hired by the cabinet of Adrien Dolimont, according to reports from RTL Info and L’Avenir. The appointment has sparked criticism from the parents of Elisa, a police officer who committed suicide in Charleroi, and led to a rejected parliamentary inquiry by the PS party.

Appointment to Adrien Dolimont’s Cabinet

The former police officer, who was fired from the Charleroi police force following allegations of sexual harassment, now holds a position within the cabinet of Adrien Dolimont. RTL Info reported the development, noting that the hiring decision has drawn sharp criticism regarding the judgment of the Walloon government.

The appointment is directly linked to the case of Elisa, a police officer in Charleroi whose death by suicide followed reports of harassment. According to DHnet, Elisa’s parents described the hiring of the former officer as disgusting, stating that their daughter had previously expressed belief that the individual would manage to recover his professional standing.

Parliamentary Rejection of PS Inquiry

The Socialist Party (PS) attempted to bring the matter before the parliament to seek clarification on the hiring process and the vetting of the candidate. However, Sudinfo reports that the parliamentary question regarding the former officer’s employment at the Dolimont cabinet was refused.

Representatives of the PS characterized the refusal to address the matter in parliament as a catastrophic signal.

Background of the Charleroi Police Dismissal

The individual in question was previously employed by the police services in Charleroi. According to L’Avenir and BruxellesToday, his tenure ended in dismissal specifically due to accusations of sexual harassment. This dismissal occurred within the context of the broader controversy surrounding the death of Elisa, whose case highlighted systemic issues and harassment within the local police force.