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Manitoba police watchdog investigating use of force after arrest near Dauphin

A Manitoba RCMP officer is facing an assault charge after an investigation by the IIU.
A Manitoba RCMP officer is facing an assault charge after an investigation by the IIU. File / Global News

Manitoba’s police watchdog say they’re investigating an arrest near Dauphin, Man. which left a man with three broken ribs.

The Independent Investigation Unit says on Tuesday RCMP tried pulling over a man who was speeding and driving a motorcycle dangerously on Highway 5 near Dauphin.

Other units arrived when multiple attempts to stop him were unsuccessful.

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During the suspect’s arrest a police dog was used to restrain him before more force was used by officers which resulted in “serious injuries” and a visit to the hospital, the IIU said in a press release.

Anyone who may have seen what happened or has information is asked to call police.

As the investigation is ongoing no further details were provided.

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