Police watchdog investigates RCMP arrest in Manitoba after video surfaces

cbc.ca February 4, 2025, 11:00 PM UTC

The Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba is investigating an RCMP arrest in Mosakahiken Cree Nation after a video surfaced online. The video appears to show an officer standing on a man's chest during the arrest. RCMP reported that the man had barricaded himself in a residence and resisted arrest. Officers used a stun gun on him twice. He faces multiple charges, including assault and resisting arrest. The police watchdog is seeking witnesses or additional video footage of the incident. This investigation follows a complaint from a concerned citizen regarding the video.


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