The Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba (IIU) is investigating an incident that arose during the investigation of a noise complaint in Brandon.
On Oct. 18, Brandon Police Service (BPS) notified the IIU of an incident that occurred on Sept. 3 and provided a video of an encounter between civilians and a BPS officer. A formal notification was sent to the civilian director on Oct. 19. According to the notification, BPS responded to a call for service at 4:41 p.m. in the 700 block of 9th Street regarding a report of loud music. Upon arrival, officers met with several people onsite and an encounter occurred. Later that day, a group of individuals attended the BPS station to make a complaint about the conduct of the officers who attended the call for service.
The civilian director has determined it is in the public interest for the IIU 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 therefore no further details will be provided at this time.
