The Independent Investigation Unit (IIU) is investigating the circumstances surrounding the arrest of a male in Dauphin on August 29th.
A media release states, “On Aug. 30, the RCMP notified the IIU of an incident that resulted in a serious injury requiring hospitalization. According to the notification, on Aug. 29 an RCMP officer observed a male on a motorcycle driving dangerously and at a high rate of speed on Provincial Trunk Highway 5 near Dauphin. The officer’s attempts to conduct a traffic stop were unsuccessful until additional police units arrived and contained the motorcycle. During the male’s arrest, a use of force encounter occurred, which resulted in serious injuries. A police service dog was used to restrain and control the male. The male was treated by EMS and taken to Dauphin Regional Health Centre, where it was determined he suffered three broken ribs. No serious injuries resulted from the deployment of the police service dog.
As a fractured rib is defined as a serious injury under the IIU regulations, the IIU is mandated to investigate.
Witnesses or other individuals who have information or video footage that may assist this investigation are asked to contact the IIU toll free at 1-844-667-6060.
The investigation is ongoing so no further details will be provided at this time.”
