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No charges will be laid against a Manitoba First Nations Police Service officer following a November 2023 altercation at a home on the Birdtail Sioux First Nation.

The Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba was asked to investigate the events of November 22nd, 2023, when officers were called to a disturbance at the home.

Once officers arrived on the scene, they were met with an aggressive male.

A use-of-force encounter occurred, resulting in the affected person suffering facial injuries.

The IIU investigation concluded that the actions of the attending officer were reasonable and that no charges were recommended.