The Independent Investigation Unit says officers will face no charges after a man suffered a broken rib during arrest in Thompson.
On March 13, RCMP were called to remove a drunk man from a residence and had to chase the man down and tackle him. The man complained about pain in his side, was taken to hospital and was found to have a broken rib.
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After interviewing witnesses and the man who sustained the injuries, Zane Tesslet, IIU Civilian Director, said “Police are authorized to use force in the lawful execution of their duties … it was clear the man was unwilling to be detained.”
It was determined that there were insufficient grounds to lay any charges against the arresting officers.
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