What is the standard applicable in general negligence cases in the police context?

The “reasonable person” standard applicable in general negligence cases has been held appropriate in the police context, with the substitution of the “reasonable police officer” as the construct for comparison. In Doern v. Phillips Estate, supra, Kirkpatrick J. held at p.372: Based on the authorities provided, there is little doubt that the standard of care to which a police officer will be held is that of a reasonable police officer, acting reasonably and within the statutory powers imposed upon him or her, according to the circumstances of the case.