The Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba (IIU) is looking into the circumstances surrounding serious injuries to a suspect and a Winnipeg Police Service officer.
on Saturday, May 15, 2021, WPS officers were trying to arrest a male who was a passenger in a stopped taxi when the suspect fled on foot. Officers pursued the suspect on foot when a short time later the suspect and the two officers were hit by a Winnipeg police patrol unit being driven by another officer.
One of the officers suffered a broken pelvis while the suspect was treated in hospital for internal injuries and lacerations.
As broken bones and internal injuries are considered serious injuries the IIU is mandated to investigate.
Anyone with information that can help investigators is asked to call 1-844-667-6060.
© News4.ca 2021
