Date Published: 2017-01-19

Province: Nova Scotia

Police Agency: RCMP Pictou

Early on the morning of August 26, 2016, members of the RCMP – Pictou received a complaint about a stabbing that had occurred at Pictou Landing. They responded and two officers, Officer 1and Officer 2, subsequently went to a residence where they understood the suspect might be located. On arrival, the suspect, the Affected Person (AP), exited the residence and was placed under arrest. There was a short struggle between AP and the Officers. AP complained about pain in his shoulder and was later taken for medical assessment, where it was learned he had a broken collarbone. As a result of the injury, the RCMP contacted SiRT in accordance with the provisions of the Police Act. SiRT assumed responsibility for the investigation into the circumstances of the arrest. The investigation was completed on November 25, 2016. Its completion was delayed as AP originally did not agree to provide a statement, and it was hoped he might change his position. That did not occur. During the investiga…

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