ESTEVAN — Vaughn Golden is appealing his dismissal from the Estevan Police Service.
Golden’s lawyer, Darren Kraushaar, confirmed the decision to appeal in an email to SaskToday. Kraushaar did not provide any additional details or comments.
Golden, who was a constable with the EPS, was let go Dec. 3, 2025, from the EPS, several weeks after he pleaded guilty to one count of assault. Other charges were stayed.Golden received an absolute discharge.
In an email to SaskToday, Estevan Police Chief Jamie Blunden said the session is scheduled for April 20-24 in front of a hearing officer. A venue has yet to be determined, but Blunden said the preference would be to have it in Estevan. The EPS will be responsible for the cost.
SaskToday will have updates as they become available.
Background: Golden was hired by the EPS in the spring of 2022 and then went to the Saskatchewan Police College. He was initially charged in late 2024 with assault, uttering threats and mischief, following an investigation by the provincial Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT). At the time, he was placed on non-uniform administrative duties.
Then he was charged by SIRT with violating the terms of a release order before the end of 2024 for contacting one of the victims. He was subsequently relieved of his duties and placed on paid leave at that time, as per the terms of the Police Act, until his dismissal.
