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4 July, 2025
SIU Investigating Collision in Ottawa
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating a collision that seriously injured two people in Ottawa’s east end last night.4 July, 2025
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating a collision that seriously injured two people in Ottawa’s east end last night.
2 July, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Fatally Shot by OPP Officer in Kenora
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 57-year-old man after he was shot at Anicinabe Park in 2024.1 July, 2025
SIU Investigating Cobourg-Area Collision
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a collision that resulted in the serious injury of a 25-year-old man early this morning north of Cobourg.1 July, 2025
SIU Investigating After Officer Shoots Less-Lethal Firearm at Man in Brantford
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Brantford Police Service discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon ENfield (ARWEN) at a 41-year-old man. He was not seriously injured.30 June, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Injuries in Fall from Balcony in Toronto
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with fractures suffered by a 30-year-old woman due to a fall from a balcony in March.27 June, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into OPP Officer’s Firearm Discharge on Walpole Island First Nation
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting his firearm at an SUV on Walpole Island First Nation. On March 2, 2025, police received a call about a male threatening people with a gun at a residence in the area of Dan Shab Road and Chiefs Road North. Lambton OPP officers responded, joining Walpole Island First Nations Police (WIFNP) officers. The man had fled in an SUV before police arrival. During a roadblock attempt, the man sped towards officers and the OPP officer fired two shots at the SUV. No one was injured.26 June, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Toronto Police Cruiser Collision
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured nose suffered by a 56-year-old woman involved in a collision. On March 8, 2025, the officer collided with the driver of a Lincoln Aviator while it made a left-hand turn onto Danforth Avenue. The woman was in the front passenger seat of the Aviator.26 June, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in Toronto
On the morning of March 1, 2025, a 53-year-old man died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. As he was in his home with Toronto Police Service officers surrounding the residence at the time, the SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer – the chief negotiator for the incident – committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s death.25 June, 2025
SIU Investigating After Man Shot by Peel Officer in Brampton
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a 35-year-old man was shot and wounded by a Peel Regional Police officer in Brampton this morning.25 June, 2025
SIU Seeking Witnesses of Kingston Arrest
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is seeking witnesses to the arrest of a 41-year-old man on Kananaskis Drive in Kingston on Sunday evening.25 June, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Injury in Halton Hills
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Halton Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured right shoulder suffered by a 52-year-old man. On March 5, 2025, officers were investigating after a car was located with improper licence plates in Halton Hills. The man behind the wheel took off before driving over a tire deflation device.25 June, 2025
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Halton Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured right shoulder suffered by a 52-year-old man. On March 5, 2025, officers were investigating after a car was located with improper licence plates in Halton Hills. The man behind the wheel took off before driving over a tire deflation device.
24 June, 2025
Sioux Lookout OPP Officer Charged with Assault
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in Sioux Lookout. This investigation relates to the serious injury sustained by a 50-year-old man during his arrest on January 31, 2025.20 June, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Rib During Arrest in Wellington County
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured rib suffered by a 40-year-old male. On February 23, 2025, the man was arrested by OPP officers a park area located south of Main Street at its intersection with Norman Street in Palmerston following a call to police about a domestic disturbance and property damage.20 June, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Shot by OPP with Less-Lethal Firearm in Sioux Lookout
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a 29-year-old man who was struck with several rounds of a less-lethal firearm during his arrest in Sioux Lookout. On February 21, 2025, police sought to arrest the man for robbery and a weapons offence in the area of Queen Street.18 June, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into North York Arrest of Man
In the early morning of February 22, 2025, an individual called police to report that a man who had earlier damaged property inside the house, was now outside banging on the front door seeking to be let in. Toronto Police Service officers were dispatched to the North York home. Upon arriving, officers located the 57-year-old man on the front driveway of the home. After several minutes of attempting to speak to the man, the officers moved forward and took hold of him. After a period of struggle, the officers wrestled control of the man, handcuffing him behind the back and placing him in leg restraints. He was transported to the police station. The man was later taken to hospital where he was diagnosed with a fracture of the finger. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.17 June, 2025
SIU Investigating Death of Man After Fall from Balcony in Toronto
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 46-year-old man early this morning in Toronto.17 June, 2025
SIU Investigating Man’s Fall from Gardiner Expressway in Toronto
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a man was seriously injured in a fall from the Gardiner Expressway in Toronto while fleeing police around midnight last night.16 June, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Fracture During OPP Arrest in Pikangikum
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured right clavicle suffered by a 22-year-old man. On February 19, 2025, the man was arrested for being at a residence with his girlfriend, breaching a term of a release order.13 June, 2025
SIU Appealing for Witnesses to Brampton Collision Between Police Cruiser and Bicycle
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a collision that occurred yesterday in Brampton, resulting in serious injuries to a 67-year-old man.13 June, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Nose After Officer Confrontation in Brampton
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Peel Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a broken nose suffered by a 58-year-old man in Brampton. On May 23, 2024, the man threatened a security guard at the Peel Reginal Police Intimate Partner Violence Unit at 60 West Drive. An officer became involved, and he pushed the man from behind, his face striking the edge of the table before landing on the floor.13 June, 2025
Update: Man Shot by Police Officer in Unionville has Passed Away
The province’s Special Investigations Unit commenced an investigation earlier this week into a police-involved shooting in Unionville. This morning, the 34-year-old man involved in the interaction with police passed away in hospital.13 June, 2025
SIU Closes Investigation into Man’s Self-Inflicted Death in Toronto
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the self-inflicted death of a 56-year-old man in Toronto.13 June, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Serious Injury During Arrest in Kingston
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe three Kingston Police officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injury suffered by a 36-year-old man. On February 17, 2025, a family member of the man called alleging that he took her vehicle without permission at a residence in the area of Bayridge Drive and Henderson Boulevard in Kingston.13 June, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Self-Inflicted Injury in NAPS Central Region
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe Nishnawbe Aski Police Service (NAPS) officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the self-inflicted injury suffered by an 18-year-old woman. On February 13, 2025, the woman was arrested for criminal harassment and failure to comply with a release order.
13 June, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Broken Arm in Kenora
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe two Ontario Provincial Police officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured left arm suffered by a 34-year-old woman. On February 16, 2025, officers arrested the woman in relation to a domestic disturbance following a call to police from her partner at an apartment in the area of Main Street South and Veterans Drive.
11 June, 2025
SIU Investigating Police-Involved Shooting in Unionville
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a police-involved shooting that occurred in Unionville this morning.11 June, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Self-Harm in Sioux Lookout OPP Custody
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the self-inflicted injury suffered by an 18-year-old woman in Sioux Lookout.10 June, 2025
SIU Discontinues Investigation in Wunnumin Lake First Nation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a medical episode experienced by a 36-year-old man in February while at the police detachment.9 June, 2025
SIU Investigating ARWEN Discharge in Onigaming First Nation
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the deployment of an Anti-Riot Weapon EnField (ARWEN) at a 22-year-old man yesterday in Onigaming First Nation.9 June, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into ARWEN Discharges at Teenager in Brampton
On February 9, 2025, Peel Regional Police officers were dispatched to an elementary school in Brampton after an individual – a 15-year-old male – reported to police that he had discovered a pistol outside the building. The first officer on scene searched for the gun, but to no avail. He then turned to the teenager who had made the call, and noticed he had a knife in his right hand. The teenager refused to drop the knife when asked, and instead asked that the officer shoot him. Other uniformed officers arrived on scene. Together, and with the use of police vehicles as cover, the officers attempted to keep the teenager at bay while waiting for the arrival of tactical officers. Soon after arriving, members of the tactical team threw distraction devices in the teenager’s direction, and two officers discharged ARWEN rounds. The teenager fell to the ground, dropping the knife in the process, and was tasered. He was handcuffed and taken into custody without the infliction of serious injury. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that either officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the use of their ARWENs.6 June, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Hamilton Fatal Police-Involved Shooting
On November 10, 2024, a 43-year-old man passed away in Hamilton, the result of gunshot wounds inflicted by police. The SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation. The investigation is now concluded. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s death.3 June, 2025
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Burlington
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 28-year-old man early this morning in Burlington.29 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Interaction with Man Inside West Parry Sound Hospital Safe Room
In the evening of November 4, 2023, a 44-year-old man was arrested and then taken to the West Parry Sound Health Centre hospital as he appeared to be of unsound mind. The man was placed in a ‘safe room’ to await medical evaluation. When the man’s mental state began to deteriorate, the hospital contacted the police. Officers attempted to calm the man through the door, but he was unreceptive. After some time, the officers pried the door open. One officer was able to deploy his conducted energy weapon through the small opening that had been created. The officers were then able to enter the room and physically engage the man. He was handcuffed and then sedated by hospital staff. The man was subsequently diagnosed with a fracture of the left orbital bone. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.28 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Hospitalization in Toronto Police Custody
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe two Toronto Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the hospitalization of a 57-year-old man after he lapsed into medical distress while in custody.28 May, 2025
SIU Terminates Investigation into Man’s Injuries Following Motorcycle Crash in Hamilton
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into injuries suffered by a 39-year-old man in a motorcycle crash in Hamilton.
28 May, 2025
SIU Terminates Investigation into Man’s Wrist Fractures
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into right wrist fractures suffered by a 23-year-old man in Owen Sound.27 May, 2025
SIU Investigating Collision in Burlington
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a collision in Burlington today that resulted in a 24-year-old man and a 16-year-old teenager suffering serious injuries.27 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in Police Custody in Richmond Hill
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a York Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 33-year-old man. On February 12, 2025, the man lapsed into acute medical distress in the cell, and died a short time later in hospital.27 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Hand in Thornhill Arrest
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe two York Regional Police officers committed a criminal offence in connection with a broken left hand suffered by a 27-year-old man in Vaughan. On January 27, 2025, the man was seriously injured in and around the time of his arrest for mischief at a residence near Clark Avenue and Yonge Street in the community of Thornhill.27 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Clavicle Fracture After NAPS Arrest
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Nishnawbe-Aski Police Service (NAPS) officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a fractured right clavicle suffered by a 36-year-old man. On December 28, 2024, on a road in a First Nations community in the NAPS Northwest Region the man brandished a knife and refused to drop it. Officers discharged conducted energy weapons (CEW) at the man.27 May, 2025
SIU Discontinues Owen Sound Investigation; Fractured Heel a Result of Man Jumping From Apartment Window
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 30-year-old man in March in Owen Sound.27 May, 2025
SIU Investigating Discharge of Firearm at Man in North York
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the discharge of a firearm by a Toronto Police Service officer yesterday evening in Toronto.26 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in Hamilton
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe three Hamilton Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 49-year-old man. On the night of July 8, 2024, police were called to an address near York Road and Watsons Lane to assist paramedics. Due to the man’s agitation, they needed help from officers to control the limbs of the man while they sedated him to safely transport him to hospital. The man died the following day in hospital.23 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Altercation that Took Place in Toronto’s 22 Division Fingerprint Room
In the evening of January 29, 2025, a 49-year-old man was arrested by Toronto Police Service officers at his residence with respect to an allegation of domestic assault. He was taken to the police station where he was lodged in a cell to await a bail hearing. The next morning, the man was taken to a room to have his photograph and fingerprints taken. At some point, a struggle ensued between the man and officers. After police got control of the man, his arms were positioned behind his back and handcuffed. The man was subsequently seen at hospital and diagnosed with left-sided facial fractures. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s injuries.23 May, 2025
No Criminal Charges to Issue in Relation to Arrest of Man in Milton
In the evening of February 5, 2025, a Halton Regional Police Service Tactical Response Unit was deployed to a Milton address for a domestic disturbance call. The officers, who were in possession of a Feeney warrant, entered the home through the front door following multiple callouts that went unanswered by the person of interest, a 28-year-old man. A loaded crossbow was found on the main floor. The team proceeded to the second-floor and located the man in one of the bedrooms under a deflated air mattress. A struggle ensued, and the man was eventually taken to the floor and handcuffed behind the back. At hospital, he was diagnosed with a fractured right orbital bone. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.23 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Sarnia Takedown of Man
In the evening of February 2, 2025, Sarnia Police Service officers attended at an apartment building after a resident contacted police to report the presence of persons in the building attempting to break into apartments. The officers located and approached two people in the stairwell. As soon as one of the officers identified himself as a police officer, one of individuals, a 33-year-old man, ran away. The officer pursued the man and tackled him. The man was apprehended, but soon released unconditionally when it was learned he resided at the building. He was subsequently seen at hospital where he was diagnosed with a fractured right shoulder. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s injury.23 May, 2025
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Collision Between Huron County OPP Cruiser and Snowmobiles
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a February collision north of Wingham that led to two females suffering serious injuries.
22 May, 2025
Notice of Correction to Director’s Report
Please be advised that the Director’s Report for 25-OCI-032, published on May 22, 2025, has been amended.22 May, 2025
No Basis for Criminal Charges in Relation to County of Essex Arrest
In the early evening of December 21, 2022, OPP officers were dispatched to a home in the Municipality of Lakeshore, County of Essex. A woman had contacted police to report a domestic disturbance involving her 20-year-old son. Officers spoke to the parents and proceeded to an upstairs bedroom. The son, in the bedroom, refused the officers’ request that he exit. The officers attempted to reason with him for a few minutes, but he was unreceptive. An officer then kicked the door open and officers entered the bedroom. There was an interaction, and an arrest was made. At hospital, the man was diagnosed with a broken nose. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.22 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Kitchener Investigation into Man’s Arrest and Injuries
In the evening of January 25, 2025, Waterloo Regional Police Service officers responded to a residence in Kitchener after a resident had called police to report that a man had attempted suicide. When police arrived, the man was no longer there. With the help of a drone, the man was located in the rear yard of a nearby residence. Officers approached the man, and soon after a struggle ensued. The man was taken to hospital following his arrest and diagnosed with several right-sided facial fractures. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injuries.22 May, 2025
SIU Investigating After Man Shot by OPP Officer in Collingwood
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ontario Provincial Police officer shot and wounded a 50-year-old man yesterday afternoon in Collingwood.20 May, 2025
SIU Terminates Investigation as Man Not Seriously Injured After OPP-Involved Collision in Cornwall
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, 45-year-old man in a collision with a police vehicle operated by an Ontario Provincial Police officer in January in Cornwall.20 May, 2025
SIU Terminates Investigation as Man Not Seriously Injured After OPP-Involved Collision in Cornwall
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, 45-year-old man in a collision with a police vehicle operated by an Ontario Provincial Police officer in January in Cornwall.20 May, 2025
SIU Terminates Investigation as Man’s Broken Ribs Happened Days Before Toronto Arrest
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury of a 63-year-old man.20 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Fatal Fall from Toronto Balcony
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe Toronto Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 29-year-old woman. The SIU investigated as officers attempted to prevent her fall from the upper floor balcony of an apartment in the area of King Street West and Spadina Avenue on January 21, 2025.16 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Shoulder in Kingston Arrest
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe Kingston Police officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured left shoulder suffered by a 53-year-old man. On January 24, 2025, officers and a mental health professional were dispatched to an apartment in the area of King Street West and Country Club Drive in Kingston. The man was displaying signs of delusions, paranoia and behaving violently towards officers. Officers attempted to apprehend the man under the Mental Health Act.16 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest While Fleeing Officers in Toronto
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured nose suffered by a 37-year-old man. On January 22, 2025, police pursued a fleeing Kia that matched the description of the vehicle seen leaving the scene of a robbery on Bloor Street West and Kipling Avenue. The man in the passenger seat matched the description of the male robber. The Kia was blocked by a police cruiser on Islington Avenue, and the man attempted to run away. He was grabbed by officers, forced to the ground and handcuffed.15 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest on Roof in Toronto
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a fractured right ankle suffered by a 56-year-old man during his arrest. In the early morning of January 24, 2025, officers were called to a residence in the area of St. Clair Avenue West and Old Weston Road after a report that the man assaulted his girlfriend. The man was located on the roof of the two-storey building. The officer pulled the man down from the exterior ledge as he was about to attempt to climb to the third-floor roof of an adjacent building.
13 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest, Broken Nose in Ottawa
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ottawa Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured nose suffered by a 32-year-old man. On January 21, 2025, police were called about the man, who was in possession of a knife and broke into a woman’s residence near Brant Street and McArthur Avenue in Ottawa.
13 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Fatally Shot by Sault Ste. Marie Police Officer
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Sault Ste. Marie Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old man. On May 11, 2024, an officer discharged his firearm at the man five times. He was pronounced deceased in hospital.13 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Fatal Fall in Toronto
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 44-year-old woman after a fall from an apartment balcony. As officers were on scene communicating with her at the time, the SIU investigated.13 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest in Toronto in Relation to Stolen Semi Truck
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured left wrist suffered by a 46-year-old man in Toronto. On January 20, 2025, officers were dispatched to 160 Queen’s Plate Drive for a report of a stolen Volvo semi that had been tracked to that location.13 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Involved in Collision with Cruiser During Arrest in Thorold
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe two Niagara Regional Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries suffered by a 27-year-old man in Thorold. On August 22, 2024, officers were pursuing the man for a hit and run in St. Catharines.10 May, 2025
SIU Investigating After Child Struck by Vehicle Being Operated by Police Officer in Oxford Station
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the injuries suffered by a 15-month-old boy yesterday in Oxford Station.9 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Injuries Suffered by Man While Lodged in NAPS Mishkeegogamang Detachment Cell
A 33-year-old man was arrested for assault in the evening of January 13, 2025, and lodged in police cells at the NAPS Mishkeegogamang Detachment. After the man made suicidal utterances, officers entered his cell, removed his clothing and had him put on a security gown. Concerned the man could use the gown or its pieces to self-harm, the officers then removed the gown. As the officers closed the cell door behind them while leaving the cell, the man caught his left hand between the door jamb and door. He suffered fractures of two left fingers. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that any officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s injuries.9 May, 2025
Notice of Correction to Director’s Report
Please be advised that the Director’s Report for 24-OCD-210, published on May 7, 2025, has been amended.8 May, 2025
Man Responsible for Own Injury; SIU Discontinues Ottawa Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 34-year-old man in January in Ottawa.8 May, 2025
SIU Discontinues Scarborough Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injuries suffered by a 37-year-old man in January in Scarborough.7 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Death Following Arrest in Barrie
On May 18, 2024, a 28-year-old woman passed away while in hospital. As she had lapsed into medical crisis the evening before following her arrest by a Barrie Police Service (BPS) officer and a period in the custody of the OPP, the SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation. A BPS officer was identified as the subject official. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the woman’s death.7 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Fatal Fall from Apartment Balcony in Whitby
In the morning of January 8, 2025, Durham Regional Police Service officers attended an apartment in Whitby with the intention to remove the apartment’s occupants ahead of a search warrant that was to be executed there later that day. Shortly after the officers knocked at the door, a 33-year-old woman who was inside the unit entered onto the apartment’s balcony and attempted to scale down to the balcony below. She lost her grip and fell to the ground below. She was pronounced deceased at the scene. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the woman’s death.6 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Burlington Arrest
On January 6, 2025, a 62-year-old man was seriously injured in Burlington in the course of his arrest by a Halton Regional Police Service officer. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injuries.6 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Camden East Police-Involved Shooting
In the late afternoon of January 17, 2025, OPP officers were dispatched to a house in Camden East. An individual had contacted police to report that a man had threatened him with a knife. An officer knocked on a door and observed the man inside. The man held a knife in each hand and told the officers they were not allowed inside. The officers retreated. Over the course of the next hour or so, the man steadfastly refused to disarm himself and surrender to police. Some time later, the man exited the house and walked forward in the direction of the officers. He was still in possession of the knives. He was met by a series of firearm discharges. Two officers had each fired their ARWENS three times, as one officer fired his semi-automatic pistol twice. The man was struck. He was taken into custody and first-aid was rendered. At hospital, the 41-year-old man was treated for bullet wounds to his left torso and left leg. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the shooting.5 May, 2025
Man Alone was Responsible for Self-Inflicted Injuries; SIU Discontinues Sault Ste. Marie Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injuries suffered by a 30-year-old man in December in Sault Ste. Marie.4 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Collingwood Arrest
In the afternoon of July 7, 2024, an OPP officer arrived in a forested area near High Street, Collingwood. Police had received a call about a man who was had set up an encampment and was living there. The officer gave the man time to pack his belongings, but when it appeared that the man was delaying his departure, the officer decided to arrest the man for trespass. Following a physical altercation, and with the assistance of another officer, the man was taken into custody. At hospital, the man was diagnosed with several facial fractures. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injuries.3 May, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Fall from Toronto Apartment Balcony
On January 3, 2025, a 36-year-old man was seriously injured after falling from an apartment balcony. As Toronto Police Service officers had been attempting to speak to him moments before the fall, the SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation. The investigation is now concluded. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s injury.2 May, 2025
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Collingwood
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 65-year-old man yesterday in Collingwood.30 April, 2025
SIU Investigating Death of Woman in Kenora
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 46-year-old woman on the weekend in Kenora.30 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Fractured Knee in Orillia Arrest
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured right knee suffered by a 60-year-old man. On December 31, 2024, officers were called to a residence in the area of Colborne Street and West Street South in Orillia for a report that the man threatened a woman with a knife.29 April, 2025
SIU Investigating Police-Involved Shooting in Ottawa
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a police-involved shooting this afternoon in Ottawa that resulted in serious injuries to a 24-year-old man.29 April, 2025
Notice of Corrections to Director’s Report
Please be advised that the Director’s Report for case 24-OFI-555, published on April 25, has been amended to correct two errors.
28 April, 2025
SIU Investigating Fatal Vehicle Collision in Madoc
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal vehicle collision last night in Madoc.27 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Firearm Discharges by Officers During Toronto Interaction
On December 28, 2024, a 56-year-old man was seriously injured in a confrontation with Toronto Police Service officers. The SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation naming three officers as subject officials. The investigation is now concluded. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that any officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the incident involving the man.26 April, 2025
SIU Investigating Police Deployment of ARWEN at Man in Cambridge
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the deployment of an Anti-Riot Weapon EnField at a 57-year-old man yesterday in Cambridge.25 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Injuries Suffered after Being Struck by Locomotive in Kitchener
In the afternoon of December 26, 2024, Waterloo Regional Police Service officers were at the train station at 126 Weber Street West, Kitchener, dealing with a situation when they were alerted to the presence of a man on the railway overpass nearby. Concerned that the man was intending to harm himself, one of the officers left the station to block traffic underneath the bridge as the other officer walked towards the man. When the man saw the officer approach him, the man jumped down onto the overpass and ran westward. He had just cleared a metal girder dividing the north and south side train tracks over the bridge when he threw himself onto the south side tracks and into the path of an eastbound train engine. The man was transported to hospital and treated for multiple injuries. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s injuries.25 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Kakabeka Falls Police-Involved Shooting
On December 26, 2024, Thunder Bay Police Service officers were dispatched to Highway 11/17 following 911 calls about a man walking alongside the highway with a firearm. When the first officer came upon the man, the man swore at the officer and pointed a shotgun at the officer. The officer drove away. The decision was made to close the highways. Another officer drove by the man. This officer brought his cruiser to a stop and went to the front end of the cruiser with his rifle. The officer repeatedly directed the man to drop his weapon. Instead, the man advanced on the officer. The man raised his shotgun in the officer’s direction and pulled the trigger. The shotgun failed to discharge. The man pulled the trigger again and this time the cruiser door was struck. The officer, who had taken cover behind the rear passenger side of the cruiser, was not struck. From a distance, another officer fired his semi-automatic pistol a single time at the man, and the man was struck in the right chest. The officers approached the man on the ground, secured him in handcuffs, and rendered first aid pending the arrival of paramedics. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s injury.25 April, 2025
Use of CEWs to Arrest Man was Reasonable Use of Force; SIU Concludes Brampton Investigation
In the early morning of December 26, 2024, Peel Regional Police officers were dispatched to a residence in Brampton after a woman at the address had called police to report that a 27-year-old man, upset following a physical altercation with members of their family, was intoxicated, out of control and holding a knife in the middle of the roadway. Soon after officers arrived, the man emerged from his garage holding a crowbar. With the officers out of their vehicles, he started to walk towards them. Two officers discharged their conducted energy weapons at the man, and the man fell to the ground and struck the back of his head in the process. The man was transported to hospital where it was determined he had sustained a brain bleed. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that any officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.24 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Toronto Collision Between Cruiser and ATV
In the evening of July 22, 2024, a 13-year-old male was operating an ATV. He had a passenger in the back seat. In the area of Laura Road and Sheppard Avenue West, a Toronto Police Service cruiser struck the rear of the ATV. Officers had been looking for this ATV as there was suggesting that the vehicle was connected to a shooting earlier in the day, and another shooting a few weeks prior. In the collision, the ATV passenger was knocked off, but was fortunate to escape serious injury. The driver had to be extricated by fire services. He was taken to hospital where he was diagnosed with nerve damage in the leg. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the collision.24 April, 2025
SIU Investigating After Man Fatally Shot at Toronto Pearson Airport
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after Peel Regional Police officers fatally shot a 30-year-old man this morning at Toronto Pearson Airport.23 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Firing of 40 mm Launcher at Man in Ottawa
On December 24, 2024, an Ottawa Police Service officer fired a sponge-round from a 40 mm launcher at a 33-year-old man who continued to ignore police commands to surrender. The SIU initiated an investigation. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the use of the 40 mm launcher.23 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in North Bay
A 42-year-old man was pronounced deceased in hospital on January 12, 2024, after being found vital signs absent while detained in a cell of the North Bay Court of Justice earlier that day. The SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation. The North Bay Police Service officer with overall responsibility for the care of prisoners at the courthouse was identified as the subject official. The investigation is now concluded. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s death.22 April, 2025
Update: Youth Shot by Toronto Police Has Died
The male shot by two Toronto Police Service officers in North York died this morning in hospital. He has been identified as a 16-year-old male from Toronto.21 April, 2025
SIU Investigating After Man Shot by Toronto Police Officers
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after two Toronto Police Service officers shot a man last night in North York.17 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Death of Man in Toronto
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Peel Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest and death of a 26-year-old man last May. He was initially arrested by Peel Regional Police on April 25, 2024, and transferred to the Toronto Police Service on the strength of an arrest warrant. He was lodged in a cell before he was transported to hospital where he later died.17 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Fractured Hand Following Arrest in Port Elgin
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe Saugeen Shores Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with a fractured hand suffered by a 32-year-old man. The man was diagnosed with a serious injury weeks after his arrest on November 9, 2024.17 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Finger in Toronto Arrest
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the broken left finger of a 29-year-old man. On December 20, 2024, the officer was dispatched to the area of Eglinton Avenue East and Midland Avenue following 911 calls about an assault in progress. The man struggled against the officer’s efforts to handcuff him, and the officer took him down to the ground. The officer brought the man’s left arm behind his back in a wrist lock.17 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in Greater Sudbury
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Greater Sudbury Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 46-year-old man in Chelmsford. The man died shortly after his arrest on January 2, 2024.
17 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Struck with Less-Lethal Firearm Discharges in Seaforth
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the discharge of an Anti-riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at a 26-year-old man. On December 20, 2024, police were called to a home in Seaforth following a domestic disturbance. The man had armed himself with a knife and refused to exit. Tactics and Rescue Unit officers were deployed and breached the door to apprehend the man under the Mental Health Act.17 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in London
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe any London Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 74-year-old man. The man passed away from injuries sustained in a fall from height at an apartment in the area of Southdale Road West and Pomeroy Lane on December 19, 2024. As London Police Service officers were in the process of apprehending the man at the time, the SIU was notified and investigated.
16 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Facial Fracture Suffered During Arrest in Toronto
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured right orbital bone suffered by a 28-year-old male. On December 20, 2024, police officers sought to arrest the man in the area of Finch Avenue West and Pearldale Avenue for drunk driving after he had been located asleep behind the wheel in a live line of traffic.16 April, 2025
SIU Seeking to Identify Man Presumed Deceased in Niagara Falls
The Special Investigations Unit is seeking witnesses in an effort to identify a man who appeared to jump into Niagara Falls last night.15 April, 2025
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Man’s Fall While Fleeing Toronto Police
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has discontinued an investigation into multiple fractures suffered by a 34-year-old man in a fall in Toronto last December.14 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Bath Arrest of Man
In the evening of December 13, 2024, two Ontario Provincial Police officers were manning a RIDE stop in Bath when they observed a vehicle stop and reverse away from their location. The officers drove after the vehicle. When the vehicle stopped at an apartment building, one of the officers confronted the 20-year-old male driver in the front foyer of the building. Following a failed breath test, the driver was arrested for impaired operation of a motor vehicle. Additional officers were at the scene by this time. The man was escorted to a nearby cruiser for transport to the police detachment. He was not entirely cooperative, occasionally planting his feet to resist his forward movement. He appeared to take a misstep at one point, possibly rolling his left ankle in the process. After some difficulty, the man was lodged in the rear seat of the cruiser and transported to the station. Two days later, the man attended hospital where he was diagnosed with an undisplaced left lateral malleolar fracture. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.14 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Serious Injury Sustained While at OPP Picton Detachment
On the morning of March 24, 2024, a 54-year-old man was seriously injured while in custody at the OPP Picton Detachment. The SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation naming the officer with overall responsibility for the care of prisoners as the subject official. The investigation is now concluded. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s injury.14 April, 2025
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Minden Hills
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 60-year-old man yesterday in Minden Hills.12 April, 2025
SIU Investigating After Officer Fired Less-Lethal Shotgun at Man in Scarborough
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding an interaction that occurred last night in Scarborough.11 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Toronto Arrest
On September 18, 2024, Toronto Police Service officers were dispatched to the area of Danforth Avenue and Warden Avenue after receiving 911 calls about a male behaving erratically – walking on the road, striking vehicles with a wooden stick and removing items from front porches. Officers were able to coax the 30-year-old man onto the sidewalk. Persuaded that the public’s and the man’s safety were at risk by his behaviour, the officers decided to apprehend him under the Mental Health Act. Following a struggle, the man was handcuffed. Upon noticing that the man had a pocketknife in his right hand, another struggle ensued. At hospital, the man was diagnosed with fractures to the lateral aspect of his left third and fourth ribs.
On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injuries.
11 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death Outside Ossington Subway Station
On December 10, 2024, a 55-year-old man was run over by a public transit bus outside of the Ossington Subway Station, suffering injuries that resulted in his death. As Toronto Police Service officers had communicated with the man while he was inside the station, prior to the incident, the SIU was notified and initiated an investigation. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that any officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s death.11 April, 2025
SIU Investigating After OPP Officer Shoots Less Lethal Firearm at Man in Renfrew
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ontario Provincial Police officer discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at a 23-year-old man during his arrest in Renfrew last night. He was not seriously injured.10 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Sault Ste. Marie Arrest
In the morning of December 11, 2024, Emergency Service Unit members of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service convened outside a house in the downtown. A search warrant naming a 46-year-old male tenant had been issued in respect of a homicide investigation in York Region. The team forced their way into the home and went upstairs to the apartment. As they prepared to forcibly enter the apartment, the door opened to reveal the person of interest. The man was forced to the ground and handcuffed by an officer. He lost several teeth in the altercation. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injuries.10 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Medical Distress while in Long Sault OPP Cells
In the early morning of December 16, 2024, a 34-year-old man was arrested for impaired driving. He was transported to the Long Sault Ontario Provincial Police Detachment where quantities of suspected fentanyl and cocaine were removed from his person. The man was placed in a cell. When the man was found to be snoring but otherwise unresponsive, Naloxone was administered, and the man was taken to hospital for treatment of a drug overdose. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s condition.7 April, 2025
SIU Investigating Collision Involving Cruiser and Cyclist in Windsor
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a 46-year-old male cyclist suffered serious injuries in a collision with a Windsor Police Service cruiser yesterday afternoon.5 April, 2025
SIU Investigating After OPP Officer Discharges Less-Lethal Firearm at Man in Severn
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ontario Provincial Police officer discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon ENfield (ARWEN) at a 60-year-old man in Severn last night.4 April, 2025
No Criminal Offence Committed in Connection with Arrest of Man in Downtown Hamilton
A 60-year-old man was seriously injured in the course of his arrest by Hamilton Police Service officers on November 13, 2024. The SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation naming two police officers as subject officials. The investigation is now concluded. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that either officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.4 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest in Barrie
On December 4, 2024, a 54-year-old man was seriously injured in the course of his arrest by Barrie Police Service officers. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that any officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.2 April, 2025
SIU Terminates Investigation into Woman’s Reported Injury During Kitchener Arrest
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a reported serious injury suffered by a 35-year-old woman who had been arrested by Waterloo Regional Police Service officers.1 April, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into London-Area Collision Where Man Died, Two People Hurt
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Police Service (OPP) officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a collision in Arva that resulted in the death of a 35-year-old man and serious injuries of two people last November.
31 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death Following Stay in Rockwood OPP Detachment Cell
On July 10, 2024, a 36-year-old man died in hospital after being found in medical distress in police cells at the Rockwood OPP Detachment earlier that day. The SIU was notified of the death and initiated an investigation. The sergeant at the detachment with overall responsibility for the care of prisoners in the hours leading to the man’s medical crisis was identified as the subject official. The investigation is now concluded. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the sergeant committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s death.28 March, 2025
SIU Investigating Collision After Motorcyclist Fled Police in Sarnia
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a 31-year-old motorcyclist was seriously injured in a collision when he fled from a Sarnia Police Service officer yesterday afternoon.28 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Ottawa Death
On November 28, 2024, an 18-year-old female passed away from injuries received in a fall from height. As Ottawa Police Service officers were attempting to communicate with her at the time, the SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death.28 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in Bala
At about 5:50 a.m. on September 29, 2024, two individuals were leaving the premises of the Bala Bay Inn, 3063 Muskoka District Road 169, Bala. They walked eastward towards Muskoka Road 169, and entered onto the roadway intending to cross it. One of the individuals, a 25-year-old man, was struck by a vehicle. The vehicle was being operated by an Ontario Provincial Police officer, who was on duty and in transit to a temporary northern assignment. The officer immediately stopped the vehicle after the collision and ran to render assistance to the man. Paramedics arrived on scene. The man was transported to hospital and pronounced deceased. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s death.26 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Scarborough Collision
In the evening of November 25, 2024, a Toronto Police Service officer was performing speed enforcement in Scarborough when he observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. The officer activated his emergency lights and pursued the vehicle with the intention of pulling it over. A short time later, the vehicle being pursued collided with another vehicle, and then struck a vacant bus shelter. Four people suffered serious injuries as a result of the collision. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the collision.26 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Toronto Arrest and Injury
On September 13, 2024, a 78-year-old man was seriously injured at or around the time of his arrest by Toronto Police Service officers. The SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s injury.25 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Discharge of ARWENs at Man in St. Catharines
On November 25, 2024, two Niagara Regional Police Service officers discharged their Anti-Riot Weapon EnFields (ARWENs) at a 46-year-old man prior to his arrest in St. Catharines. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that either officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the use of their ARWENs.23 March, 2025
SIU Investigating After Male Shot, Wounded by Officer in North York
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Toronto Police Service officer shot and wounded a 17-year-old male this afternoon in North York.20 March, 2025
SIU Terminates Investigation as Man’s Collarbone Fractured Days Before Arrest in Barrie
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a reported fractured left clavicle suffered by a 24-year-old man in the course of his arrest by Barrie Police Service officers last November.20 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in Thunder Bay
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Thunder Bay Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 39-year-old man. The man was taken to hospital after he was found in his cell in medical distress on May 28, 2024. The man died in hospital in Thunder Bay three days later.18 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Timmins Arrest
In the evening of November 17, 2024, the Timmins Police Service received a 911 call from a business about a theft in progress involving two men. Upon arriving at the scene, an officer observed the men and he pursued one of them on foot. The officer caught up to the man and a struggle ensued. The man attempted to flee again, and this time was confronted by another officer. The man was arrested and taken to hospital where he was diagnosed with a fractured jaw, a broken nose, and loose and missing teeth. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that any officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injuries.18 March, 2025
SIU Investigating Death in Ottawa
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 42-year-old individual yesterday in Ottawa.17 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Toronto Vehicle Collision
On November 17, 2024, a 25-year-old man was seriously injured in a motor vehicle collision in Toronto. As the vehicle in which he was an occupant was being pulled over at the time by an Ontario Provincial Police officer, the SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the collision.17 March, 2025
SIU Continues Investigation into Hamilton Police-Involved Shooting
The province’s Special Investigations Unit continues to investigating a police-involved shooting in Hamilton that left a 30-year-old man with serious injuries. The man remains in hospital in serious, life-threatening condition.16 March, 2025
SIU Investigating Police-Involved Shooting in Hamilton
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating a police-involved shooting in Hamilton today that resulted in a man suffering serious injuries.14 March, 2025
SIU Discontinues Kingston Overdose Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into an overdose suffered by a 34-year-old man last month in Kingston.13 March, 2025
SIU Appealing for Witnesses to Highway Collision Near Ontario-Quebec Border
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a collision that occurred this morning in Bainsville.13 March, 2025
Due to No Interview with Man or Access to Medical Records, SIU Closes File into Lakeshore OPP Detachment Incident
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the hospitalization of a 35-year-old man in December.13 March, 2025
SIU Appealing for Witnesses to Mississauga Collision
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a collision that occurred yesterday in Mississauga.12 March, 2025
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Man’s Hospitalization in Simcoe
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the December hospitalization of a 30-year-old man following his arrest in Simcoe.12 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Ottawa Police-Involved Shooting
On the night of November 15, 2024, multiple 911 calls were received by the Ottawa Police Service reporting violent attacks being perpetrated by a male armed with a hatchet outside a restaurant. Officers were dispatched to the scene. When the armed man started to run towards an officer and would not heed repeated calls to drop the hatchet, the officer discharged his firearm at the man. The man, who was now on the ground, began to crawl towards the officer, with hatchet in hand. When he refused to drop the hatchet, two other officers discharged their conducted energy weapons at the man. The man was arrested and transported to hospital for treatment. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the incident.11 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Injuries in Relation to Stolen Truck Investigation in Guelph
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Halton Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the concussion and fractured rib suffered by a 45-year-old man. On November 12, 2024, officers pursued and stopped a reportedly stolen U-Haul truck in the area of Highway 7 and Wellington County Road 29 in Guelph.
10 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Fatal Fall in Oshawa
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Durham Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 26-year-old man. In the early hours of November 12, 2024, police received a 911 call about a man in distress on the rooftop parking garage of Lakeridge Health Oshawa.7 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Cheekbone During Barrie Arrest
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Barrie Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured left cheekbone suffered by a 30-year-old man. On November 16, 2024, an officer stopped a vehicle in relation to a stabbing investigation. Two males fled from the vehicle, with one holding a handgun. The officer pursued one of the men. The man ended up hiding in a bush and began to crawl out, acting on another officer’s orders, when the officer kicked him in the head. The officer dropped his weight onto him and handcuffed him.7 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Shooting Death of Man Armed with Hammer in Toronto
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fatal shooting of a 34-year-old man in June 2024.7 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Nose During Arrest in Burk’s Falls
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the broken nose of a 54-year-old man in Burk’s Falls. On November 12, 2024, police were called in relation to an assault at a residence.
6 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Brain Bleed Following Fall from CEW Discharge by Peel Officer in Toronto
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Peel Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a brain bleed suffered by a 23-year-old male in a fall from a conducted energy weapon (CEW) discharge. On November 10, 2024, officers were investigating a stolen Mercedes located at 175 Toryork Drive in Toronto. The vehicle had been carjacked by knifepoint in Mississauga.6 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Hand Broken During Arrest in Mississauga
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Peel Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured right hand of a 63-year-old man during his arrest in Mississauga. On November 9, 2024, officers were called to a residence near Sombrero Way and Mavis Road, after the man reportedly assaulted a woman. The man did not follow police commands and laid his hands on an officer before he was taken to the ground by an officer. The man lifted his torso off the ground and the officer pinned his head and upper body to the roadway. Another takedown occurred when the man threatened officers and made it difficult to complete a search.5 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Seriously Injured While in Brampton Cell
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Peel Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured left orbital bone suffered by a 33-year-old man in Brampton. On November 5, 2024, the man was located using a cellphone moments after he was placed in a cell at 22 Division. Officers asked the man to provide them the phone and the man refused. Officers entered the cell to forcibly remove it. The man grabbed an officer’s collar and the officer punched the man two or three times in his chest.3 March, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into South River Arrest
In the morning of November 5, 2024, a 29-year-old man was at a gas station, 314 Highway 124, when an unmarked police cruiser pulled up to him. Two officers emerged from the cruiser and approached the vehicle, advising the man he was under arrest for a drug offence. The man accelerated away southbound on Highway 124. The officers returned to the cruiser and pursued the vehicle. Soon after, the man brought the vehicle to a stop and exited the vehicle. Following a struggle with officers, the man was arrested. He was taken to hospital where he was diagnosed with three fractured left ribs and a collapsed lung. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injuries.3 March, 2025
SIU Investigating Discharge of Police Firearm on Walpole Island First Nation
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ontario Provincial Police officer discharged his firearm at a vehicle yesterday on Walpole Island First Nation.1 March, 2025
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Scarborough
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 53-year-old man in Scarborough.28 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest in Barrie
On November 3, 2024, a 41-year-old man was arrested by police at a motel in Barrie. Following his arrest, the man was taken to hospital and diagnosed with a broken nose. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that a Barrie Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.27 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Shooting Death of Teenager in Aurora
On October 30, 2024, a 17-year-old male passed away from wounds inflicted by gunfire discharged by York Regional Police officers in Aurora. The SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation, naming the four officers who fired their weapons as subject officials. The investigation is now concluded. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that any officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the teenager’s death.26 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Dog Bite Wound Suffered by Man in Vineland
In the evening of October 31, 2024, OPP officers were dispatched to a residence in Vineland to check on a man who had reportedly ingested an unknown substance and who had threatened to harm himself. Officers arrived on scene and attempted to call the 52-year-old man without success. Some time later, the man exited his residence, entered his vehicle, and drove to the property’s entrance, stopping short of the police cruisers that had gathered in the area. The man exited his vehicle and approached the police with his hands in the air. He was told to stop his advance but continued to close the distance. When he was within a few metres of the officers, a dog handler released his dog. The dog bit the man and took him to the ground. The man was taken to hospital and treated for a serious dog bite wound to the inner right thigh. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.24 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Injury in Sudbury
In the evening of October 22, 2024, a Greater Sudbury Police Service officer arrested a 23-year-old man without incident in Sudbury. The arrest followed a complaint to police that day that the man had pointed a handgun at a female. The officer handcuffed the man behind the back. The man explained that he had Tourette Syndrome and might involuntarily jolt or twitch. Following his remand in custody at jail, the man told staff that his left wrist hurt. He was transported to hospital where he was diagnosed with a fractured wrist. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s injury.23 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in Huntsville
In the evening of October 25, 2024, the OPP received 911 calls from residents in an area of Huntsville reporting the sound of multiple gunshots. At about 9 p.m., a man contacted the OPP and indicated he had shot dead two family members at their home. Officers were dispatched to the home, and shortly after were able to reach the 52-year-old man by phone. He refused their requests that he exit the home and indicated he would soon take his own life. He told police that he was armed with a rifle and handguns. A drone was sent in to make observations inside the residence. The drone located two deceased women and a deceased dog, and the man was located deceased in the basement with a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the acting critical incident commander committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s death.22 February, 2025
SIU Investigating Discharge of ARWEN at Man in Sioux Lookout
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the discharge of an Anti-Riot Weapon EnField (ARWEN) at a 29-year-old man yesterday in Sioux Lookout.21 February, 2025
Tackle of Man Deemed Necessary for Safe Apprehension; SIU Closes St. Catharines Investigation
In the afternoon of October 25, 2024, Niagara Regional Police Service officers were dispatched to a shopping plaza in St. Catharines following 911 calls of a man causing a disturbance – he was acting strangely, swinging his cane and damaging a vehicle. Upon learning that the man had left and gone to his apartment, officers made their way there. The man let the officers into his residence. When the officers mentioned a visit to the hospital, the man became belligerent and made his way to the balcony. Concerned that the man intended to do himself harm, an officer tackled the man and a struggle ensued. The officers were eventually able to handcuff the man. The man was taken to hospital, diagnosed with a fractured vertebra, and admitted for psychiatric examination. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the 50-year-old man’s arrest and injury.20 February, 2025
SIU Appealing for Witnesses to Cornwall Collision
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is appealing for witnesses to a collision that occurred last month in Cornwall.19 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Jaw in Mississauga Arrest
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Peel Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest and serious injury of a 23-year-old man in Mississauga. On October 21, 2024, officers attempted to stop the man, who was driving a Mercedes, for having dark window tint in the area of Hurontario Street and Matheson Boulevard.19 February, 2025
Investigation into Youth’s Reported Broken Hand During North York Arrest Discontinued Due to Lack of Statement
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into an apparent fracture suffered by a 16-year-old boy in the course of his arrest by Toronto Police Service officers last fall in North York.19 February, 2025
Former London Police Officer Charged with Historical Sexual Assault Offences
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe a former officer with London Police Service committed criminal offences in the 1980s and 1990s.18 February, 2025
Investigation into Man’s Arrest and Injury in Brantford Discontinued as Special Constables Out of Jurisdiction
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a broken rib suffered by a 48-year-old man last October.18 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Back in Fall from Second Floor of Mississauga Home
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Peel Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured back suffered by a 34-year-old man in Mississauga. On October 21, 2024, officers were called to a home in the area of Winston Churchill Boulevard and Highway 403 for a report of a home invasion and shooting.14 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Male Youth’s Arrest and Broken Hand in Toronto
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured hand suffered by a 16-year-old male. On October 20, 2024, officers sought to arrest the male at a bus shelter at Kingston Road and Lawrence Avenue East in relation to a robbery investigation.14 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Seriously Injured During St. Catharines Arrest
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Niagara Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injury suffered by a 60-year-old man. On October 17, 2024, officers went to an apartment the area of Bloomfield Avenue and Dundonald Street to execute warrants in effect for the man’s arrest. He refused to surrender.14 February, 2025
SIU Charges Toronto Police Officer with Aggravated Assault
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence last summer.13 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Fractured Vertebrae During Arrest by Officers in York Region
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a York Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injury of a 36-year-old man in King. In the early morning of October 16, 2024, a team of officers working to combat auto theft in York Region converged on a Mazda at the intersection of Jane Street and Lloydtown-Aurora Road.13 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Ankle After Motorcycle Crash in Ajax
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe any police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a 22-year-old man seriously injured after a motorcycle collision in Ajax. On October 19, 2024, the man went through a red light and crashed his motorcycle at the intersection of Rossland Road West and Ravenscroft Road. An off-duty Toronto Police Service officer witnessed the collision and tried to help. Shortly after, the man attempted to flee the scene.12 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Brantford ARWEN Discharge
In the afternoon of October 15, 2024, Brantford Police Service officers attended a residence after a member of the sheriff’s office reported that while attempting to evict a man from an apartment, the man threatened her with death. Officers, while outside of the apartment, were also threatened with death by the 51-year-old man from inside the apartment. Upon opening the door, officers observed the man with an axe. He was unreceptive to negotiations, which continued for about four hours. At one point, an officer was able to grab hold of the man through the opening in the door. A struggle ensued. From the area of the door’s threshold, an officer fired his Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at the man five times. The man was arrested and transported to hospital where he was diagnosed with a laceration to the upper right shoulder and a fracture of the right clavicle. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the use of the ARWEN.12 February, 2025
No Criminal Charges to Issue in Relation to Orangeville Arrest of Man
In the early afternoon, Ontario Provincial Police officers located a man behind a business in Orangeville. Officers had been looking for him after calls to police reporting that he had threatened staff at a hospital and residence and assaulted two persons in and around a convenience store. The 39-year-old man fled on foot but hadn’t travelled very far when one of the officers deployed a conducted energy weapon, causing the man to fall and strike his head and right shoulder on the pavement. After a struggle, in which the officer discharged his CEW several more times, the man was handcuffed and taken into custody. He was transported to hospital and diagnosed with fractures of the right jawbone and clavicle, an epidural hematoma, and a left temporal lobe hemorrhagic contusion. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injuries.12 February, 2025
SIU Investigating Death of Man in York Police Custody in Richmond Hill
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 33-year-old man early this morning in Richmond Hill.11 February, 2025
SIU Investigating Death of Woman in Custody of Hamilton Police
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 31-year-old woman early this morning while in Hamilton Police Service custody.10 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Sault Ste. Marie Arrest
In the afternoon of October 13, 2024, Sault Ste Marie Police Service officers were dispatched to a residence with respect to a reported domestic disturbance. Upon arriving at the scene officers placed themselves between the two women to keep them separated. The officers then took hold of the aggressor, who reacted by striking them each in the face. The officers were able to seat the 24-year-old woman on the sidewalk while they waited for assistance to arrive. The woman was handcuffed behind her back. Paramedics transported the woman to hospital where she was treated for a fracture of the right arm. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the woman’s arrest and injury.9 February, 2025
SIU Investigating Less-Lethal Firearm Discharge at Teen in Brampton; Teen Uninjured
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after two Peel Regional Police Service officers discharged less-lethal firearms at a 15-year-old male in Brampton early this morning.
8 February, 2025
SIU Charges Toronto Police Officer in Relation to Collision in Whitby
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed criminal offences in relation to a collision in the course of an arrest in Whitby last June.7 February, 2025
Notice of Correction to Director’s Report
Please be advised the Director’s Report for case 24-PCI-427, published on February 3, has been amended to correct an error.7 February, 2025
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Woman’s Fentanyl Overdose in St. Thomas Cell
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a 27-year-old woman who was admitted to hospital for a drug overdose while in Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) custody in Elgin County last October.6 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman Injured During Apprehension in Brantford
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Brantford Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with serious injuries suffered by a 58-year-old woman. On October 10, 2024, officers attempted to apprehend the woman under the Mental Health Act at her residence in the area of Terrace Hill Street and St. Paul Avenue.6 February, 2025
SIU Terminates Investigation into Man’s Injury from Fall While Fleeing Windsor Police Officers
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a 47-year-old man’s broken knee while attempting to flee officers in Windsor.5 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Punched by Officer During Protest in Toronto
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a broken nose suffered by a 29-year-old man after he was punched during a protest outside the U.S. Consulate last summer.5 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Eye Injury After CEW Discharge During Brantford Arrest
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Brantford Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a 52-year-old man seriously injured during his arrest in Brantford in 2022. The SIU began investigating on October 8, 2024, after the Brantford Police Service notified the Unit of information they recently received of the incident.5 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Drug Overdose in Barrie
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Barrie Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with an overdose suffered by a 61-year-old man. As officers were at the man’s property seeking to arrest him at the time, the SIU was notified and investigated.4 February, 2025
As Officer Did Nothing to Cause or Contribute to Collision Between Civilian Vehicle and Pedestrian, SIU Discontinues Mississauga Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 26-year-old man in October in Mississauga.4 February, 2025
SIU Terminates Collision Investigation in Brantford
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 53-year-old man in October in Brantford.3 February, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Mississauga Arrest
On October 6, 2024, a 23-year-old man was seriously injured in Mississauga in the course of his arrest by Peel Regional Police officers. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.3 February, 2025
No Charges to Issue in Relation to Tecumseh Arrest of Man
In the late afternoon of October 5, 2024, Ontario Provincial Police officers were dispatched to a noise complaint for a loud party at a residence in Tecumseh. Outside of the residence, one of the officers became involved in an interaction with a 51-year-old man. The man was arrested. The following day, the man attended hospital where he was diagnosed with a displaced right proximal ulna fracture. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.3 February, 2025
As Man Was Not Seriously Injured in Collision, SIU Terminates Fort Erie Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into an incident that occurred last month in Fort Erie.3 February, 2025
Woman’s Injury a Result of Her Kicking Cell Door; SIU Discontinues Guelph Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 34-year-old woman in November in Guelph.3 February, 2025
Due to Man’s Refusal to be Interviewed or Provide Medical Records, SIU Discontinues Toronto Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the arrest of a 36-year-old man in September in Toronto.31 January, 2025
No Basis to Proceed with Charges in Connection to Thunder Bay Arrest
On October 4, 2024, a 42-year-old man was seriously injured while in the custody of the Thunder Bay Police Service. The SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.31 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Garson Arrest
In the early morning of October 13, 2024, Greater Sudbury Police Service officers were dispatched to an address in Garson after receiving a call about a disturbance involving a man. The man was described as having had mental health issues in the past and had reportedly damaged property and was not acting himself. Officers encountered the 37-year-old man and an interaction ensued. When one officer deployed his conducted energy weapon, the man fell forward and struck his face on the floor, resulting in a broken nose. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.30 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Toronto Officer’s Gunfire at Man
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting his gun at a 21-year-old man during a robbery investigation. On Oct. 2, 2024, officers were investigating a Honda Civic in an underground parkade in the area of Yonge Street and Eglinton Avenue East as it was believed to have been involved in robberies.29 January, 2025
Man’s Injuries were Self-inflicted; SIU Discontinues Coldwater Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injuries suffered by a 61-year-old man in October in Coldwater.29 January, 2025
SIU Terminates Walkerton Investigation; Man’s Apparent Injury a Result of Punching Cell Wall
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 31-year-old man in October while lodged in an OPP Walkerton cell.28 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Arrest of Man at Pickering Home
On September 29, 2024, a 26-year-old man was seriously injured in the course of his arrest by Durham Regional Police Service officers in Pickering. The SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.27 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Forearm During Arrest While Running From Officer in Hamilton
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Hamilton Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a 31-year-old man diagnosed with a broken forearm. On September 28, 2024, an officer was on patrol in a marked cruiser when he approached a stopped vehicle in the area of West Avenue North that he believed recently fled from police. While it was not the vehicle in question, it too turned out to be stolen. The occupants of the vehicle fled and the officer ran after the driver, tackling him to the ground.24 January, 2025
SIU Terminates Investigation into Man’s Injury in Minibike Collision in Norfolk County
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, terminated an investigation into a fractured left wrist suffered by a 22-year-old man in a collision in Port Dover. On October 9, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police reported that a motorcyclist was seriously injured in a collision following an effort by an OPP cruiser to stop his minibike.23 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Teen Injured in Toronto Arrest
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe two Toronto Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the broken right hand suffered by a 16-year-old male. On August 22, 2024, officers detained the teen for investigation of his involvement in a drug offence. This came after the young person was at a gas station at Sheppard Avenue East and Morningside Avenue with another individual, who reportedly conducted a drug deal with an undercover officer.22 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Less-Lethal Shotgun Discharge at Woman in Toronto
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with firing a less-lethal shotgun at a 38-year-old woman in an apartment in Toronto. On September 25, 2024, the woman called police to report she had a knife and intended to harm herself. Officers went to her apartment near Eglinton Avenue West and Kipling Avenue where they attempted to negotiate with her while she was seen holding the knife at her neck and stomach. An officer fired a bean bag round at the woman, though it did not strike her. The woman dropped the knife and she was apprehended under the Mental Health Act. She was not seriously injured.
22 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman Seriously Injured During Arrest in London
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a London Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injury of a 43-year-old woman. On September 24, 2024, police were called to assist paramedics in relation to a woman in distress at an apartment in the area of Colborne and King Streets.22 January, 2025
SIU Investigating Death of Woman After Fatal Fall in Toronto
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 29-year-old woman early this morning.20 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into ARWEN Discharge at Teenager in Oshawa
On September 22, 2024, Durham Regional Police Service officers were dispatched to a home in Oshawa following a call to police regarding a domestic disturbance. Upon arriving, officers attempted to speak to a 15-year-old male who had barricaded himself inside his bedroom. A mental health unit consisting of an officer and nurse arrived to assist. After not hearing from the teenager for some time, officers decided to enter the room. As they entered, the teenager threw a metal pole in the direction of the officers. One officer discharged a conducted energy weapon (CEW) and another fired an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN). The teenager was eventually taken into custody. He was not struck as a result of the ARWEN discharge, and he did not serious any serious injury. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the use of his ARWEN against the man.20 January, 2025
SIU Terminates Toronto Investigation into Man’s Fall from Apartment Balcony
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 42-year-old man in September in Toronto.18 January, 2025
SIU Investigating Police-Involved Shooting in Camden East
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a police-involved shooting that occurred last night in Camden East, resulting in a 41-year-old man suffering serious injuries.18 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Firearm Discharge by Officer at Vehicle in Moonbeam
In the evening of September 20, 2024, the OPP received a 911 call reporting a domestic disturbance, and that one of the parties had fled the scene in a Jeep heading west on Highway 11. The Jeep was located, and officers attempted to stop it. In the area of a construction zone, a police vehicle ahead of the Jeep came to a stop, causing the Jeep to do the same. The Jeep driver backed into a cruiser, and then traveled forward in an attempt to drive through the opening between a guard rail and the driver’s side door of another cruiser. The officer in this cruiser fired six shots at the Jeep. The man was not struck. He exited the vehicle and fled the scene, but was arrested the following day. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the shooting.18 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Acton Fall Fair Incident
In the evening of September 20, 2024, Halton Regional Police Service officers who were working a paid-duty assignment at the Acton Fall Fair were alerted to an altercation involving two men in the parking lot. Officers moved to separate the men. When one of the men either pushed or punched an officer, that officer reacted by punching the man in the face. The 54-year-old man fell, struck his head and lost consciousness. He was transported to hospital and diagnosed with a skull fracture and brain bleed. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s injury.17 January, 2025
SIU Charges Two Durham Regional Police Service Officers in Relation to Fatal Whitby Highway Collision
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe two Durham Regional Police Service officers committed criminal offences in relation to a fatal multi-vehicle collision that occurred on April 29, 2024.
17 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Toronto Investigation into Man’s Serious Injuries Suffered after Fall from Height
On September 20, 2024, a 28-year-old man suffered multiple injuries, including facial and rib fractures, internal bleeding, and permanent brain damage, after he fell from a retaining wall. As he was being pursued on foot by Toronto Police Service officers at the time, the SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s serious injuries.17 January, 2025
No Basis to Charge Officer in Relation to Kitchener Arrest
In the evening of September 21, 2024, Waterloo Regional Police Service officers were dispatched to a Kitchener residence after an Uber driver reported that he had been assaulted by a male while making an alcohol delivery to the male’s address. In the course of officers attempting to arrest the 49-year-old male, the male suffered a brain bleed. The SIU initiated an investigation. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.
16 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Arrest of Man in Toronto
On September 17, 2024, a 35-year-old man suffered a broken nose in the course of his arrest by Toronto Police Service officers. The SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation The investigation is now concluded. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury.15 January, 2025
Man Alone was Responsible for Injury in Sudbury Cell; SIU Discontinues Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 24-year-old man in September in Sudbury.14 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Fatal Fall from Etobicoke Apartment Balcony
On September 16, 2024, a 21-year-old man passed away, the result of injuries incurred in a fall from height. As York Regional Police officers were attempting to arrest him at the time, the SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation. The investigation is now concluded. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that any officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s death.
14 January, 2025
Injury Incurred Prior to Police Arrival; SIU Discontinues Mississauga Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 19-year-old male in September in Mississauga.13 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Male, 15, Injured During Pursuit in Hamilton
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Hamilton Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the seriously injury of a 15-year-old male in a collision during a pursuit in Hamilton.13 January, 2025
SIU Investigating Death of Woman in Toronto
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 44-year-old woman early this morning in Toronto.10 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Foot After Arrest in Timmins
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Timmins Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a broken left foot suffered by a 31-year-old man during his arrest in Timmins last September.9 January, 2025
SIU Terminates Investigation Following Motorcycle Collision in Port Colborne
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a collision between two 40-year-old male motorcyclists in Port Colborne.
8 January, 2025
SIU Investigating after Woman has Fatal Fall from Whitby Apartment Balcony
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a woman this morning in Whitby.8 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Struck with Less-Lethal Firearm Round in Brantford
The Special Investigations Unit found no reasonable grounds to believe a Brantford Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at a 33-year-old man. The man was not injured. On September 12, 2024, officers were called to an apartment near Salisbury Avenue and Erie Avenue in Brantford. They sought to arrest the man after they had reason to believe the man assaulted another male with a weapon.8 January, 2025
Former Toronto Police Officer Charged with Historical Sexual Offence
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit (SIU), Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe a former officer with Toronto Police Service committed a criminal offence between 1981 and 1982.3 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Mississauga Arrest
In the evening of September 4, 2024, Peel Regional Police received 911 calls from citizens reporting a man behaving strangely in the area of Cliff Road North and Central Parkway East. He was variously yelling, lying on the roadway, and seemingly hallucinating. Officers arrived on scene and attempted to calm the man pending the arrival of paramedics. The man fled on foot, entering the rear yard of a residence. The man was arrested. While being escorted out of the rear yard, the man fell forward, striking his face on the ground and breaking his nose. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that any officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the 27-year-old man’s arrest and injury.2 January, 2025
SIU Closes File Involving Durham Regional Police Service Officers
On September 3, 2024, a 36-year-old man lapsed into medical distress while in the custody of the Durham Regional Police Service. The SIU was notified of the incident and initiated an investigation. Three officers were recognized as the officers with primary responsibility for the care of the man during his time in custody and were identified as subject officials. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that any of the officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the medical condition of the man.2 January, 2025
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest at Vaughan Cannabis Dispensary
In the morning of September 4, 2024, York Regional Police officers attended the site of an illegal cannabis dispensary in Vaughan to arrest anyone found inside. When executing a search warrant on the premises the previous night, officers had posted notices that entry was prohibited and would constitute the offence of ‘break and enter’ under the Criminal Code. Officers located a man and woman inside. The woman was taken into custody without incident. Following an altercation, the man was arrested. At hospital, he was diagnosed with a fracture of the anterior wall of the right maxillary sinus and a broken nose. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the 21-year-old man’s arrest and injuries.2 January, 2025