January 26, 2026 PRESS RELEASE Re: INCIDENT AT OSHAWA COURTHOUSE My client, Sudine Riley, finished a trial in the Ontario Court of Justice late in the day on Friday January 23, 2026, and was catching up on her legal work in an interview room outside of the courtroom. Uniformed officers challenged her presence in the interview room. Ms. Riley’s head was then slammed on the desk and officers put knees in her back and neck. She was spoken to with rage, disrespect, and contempt by officers. She was forcibly removed from that room and was dragged out of the room, handcuffed, and then taken to cells in the basement of the courthouse. Her head scarf was ripped off, her skirt was raised when she was handled by officers, and her head was bleeding and her eye swollen from being slammed into the desk. She committed no offence other than being a Black woman practising law, being diligent about her commitment to the pursuit of justice. Ms. Riley is a proud member of the criminal defence bar in Ontario. She is a petite Black woman who wears a head scarf. She was handled violently and aggressively by members of police services. She is taking time to rest and heal while she considers her next legal steps. We thank you for respecting her privacy during this time. Any questions or comments can be directed through my office. Neha Chugh Neha Chugh Lawyer 613-938-0000 neha@chughlaw.ca chughlaw.ca