The Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba (IIU) is currently investigating a recent officer-involved shooting incident that occurred in the Rural Municipality of Macdonald.
On September 4, 2024, Manitoba RCMP notified the IIU of an incident that occurred at approximately 11pm that same day. According to the notification, RCMP responded to a call at a residence near Sanford in the RM of Macdonald regarding an adult male assaulting an adult female and burning vehicles on a rural property.
Upon arrival, police were advised that the man fled. Officers searched a wooded area. The man emerged, armed with an edged weapon. A use-of-force encounter occurred and an officer discharged a firearm, striking the man in his leg. The man was transported to Health Sciences Centre Winnipeg in stable condition and later released into police custody.
As any injury caused by the discharge of a firearm by a police officer is defined as a serious injury, the IIU is mandated to investigate. A team of IIU investigators was deployed.
Witnesses or individuals who have information or video footage that may assist the investigation are asked to contact the IIU toll-free at 1-844-667-6060.
