The Lethbridge Police Service is investigating an allegation of police misconduct that is circulating on Facebook.

The police chief has ordered a special investigation to be conducted by members of the Professional Standards Unit.

These investigators will be talking with the male who posted the allegations and video so the matter can be fully investigated.

The Lethbridge Police Service says it’s not in the habit of launching an internal investigation based solely on social media comments but in this case the comments allege misconduct by several officers.

The police service says the circumstances are being viewed as unique and an investigation has been deemed necessary in the public interest.

The Lethbridge Police Service will not comment until the investigation has been concluded.