The Independent Investigation Unit’s investigation into injuries sustained by a woman while in the custody of Dauphin RCMP has finished.
The incident occurred on November 27th, 2018 when RCMP officers arrested a woman in Pine River for breach of peace.
During the transport to, and at the Dauphin detachment the woman was aggressive, spat at officers and tried to kick them.
One of the officers, because of her resistance, swept the woman’s leg from under her to take her to the ground and complete the search of her.
The woman complained of a sore knee immediately after landing.
After being taken to the hospital it was determined the fall broke her left fibula.
During interviews by the investigators, the woman acknowledged she ingested drugs and alcohol prior to the incident with the police.
Three witness officers and two civilians provided information as well.
The IIU was shown a cell block video that contradicted information provided by the woman.
The video showed the officer didn’t use unreasonable or excessive force in his dealings with her.
The IIU concluded charges won’t be laid to the subject officer.
