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29 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in Penetanguishene
On August 31, 2023, a 36-year-old man in Penetanguishene was grievously wounded when he shot himself in the head with a semi-automatic pistol. The man never recovered from his wound. He was removed from life support in hospital and passed away on September 4, 2023. As Ontario Provincial Police officers were engaged with the man at the time of the shooting, 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 in charge of police operations committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s death.29 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Arrest of Man in Brantford
In the morning of September 2, 2023, Brantford Police Service officers were dispatched to check on a Jeep that was stationary in the area of the Grey Street and Market Street intersection. Upon arrival, officers saw a man slumped over the steering wheel. When the man awoke and saw police, he placed his vehicle in reverse and drove into the front of a cruiser, traversing a tire deflation devise. The Jeep accelerated away, and officers followed. Shortly after, the Jeep collided with another vehicle, and the Jeep driver fled on foot. Officers confronted the man, and a after a struggle, the 31-year-old man was arrested. He was taken to hospital and diagnosed with a fractured right wrist. 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.29 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Drug Overdose by Man While in London Cell
On the afternoon of September 1, 2023, a 31-year-old man was arrested by a London Police Service officer for violating the term of a conditional sentence order. The man was searched twice at the scene of his arrest and a glass pipe was seized. He was searched again at the police station, and then lodged in a cell. He denied being in possession of drugs. At approximately 5:30 p.m., the man was located unresponsive in his cell. Unbeknownst to police, the man had a quantity of fentanyl secreted on his person, which he had ingested at some point. CPR was performed and several doses of Narcan were administered. Paramedics transported the man to hospital where he was treated and eventually recovered from a drug overdose. 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 overdose.29 December, 2023
Man Sustained Fractured Nose During Altercation Days Prior to Arrest by Police; SIU Terminates Ottawa Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the August arrest of a man in Ottawa.29 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Broken Ankle Suffered by Man in Toronto
In the evening of July 5, 2023, a York Regional Police officer was investigating a BMW in the area of Highway 400 and Steeles Avenue West when the officer came to learn that it was a vehicle of interest to the Toronto Police Service. The BMW struck the cruiser and then accelerated away. The BMW traveled through a red light and struck another vehicle. The 23-year-old BMW driver fled on foot while an officer gave chase. The man then attempted to carjack a vehicle, pointing a gun at the driver. The officer directed the man to exit at gunpoint, and the man did so. The officer then fired his conducted energy weapon (CEW) at the man and continued to discharge his CEW until the arrival of other officers. The man was transported to hospital where he was diagnosed with a fractured right ankle. 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 injury.29 December, 2023
Woman Fractured Wrist when She Punched Cell Wall; SIU Discontinues Ottawa Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 44-year-old woman in August in Ottawa.28 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Police-involved Shooting of Man in Burlington
On June 27, 2023, a 43-year-old man was seriously injured when he was shot by a Halton Regional Police Service officer in Burlington. 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.26 December, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Lakefield
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 40-year-old man this morning in Lakefield.24 December, 2023
SIU Investigating Firearm Discharge by Police Officer in Woodbridge
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the discharge of a firearm by a York Regional Police officer earlier today.22 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest by Halton Officers in Mississauga
In the morning of August 28, 2023, Halton Regional Police Service Tactical Unit officers convened in front of the door to an apartment in Mississauga. They had been called by the Peel Regional Police to assist with the execution of a search warrant for the premises The PRP had identified the occupants of the apartment as having been involved in a recent incident involving a firearm. Officers forced open the apartment door and stormed inside following the deployment of a distractionary device. Officers saw a 44-year-old man lying on the bed in the bedroom face down, and they handcuffed him behind the back. The man was later taken to hospital where he was diagnosed with fractures of the left orbital and zygomatic bones. 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 December, 2023
No Grounds to Charge Officers in Relation to Arrest of Man at Hamilton Park
In the evening of August 25, 2023, two Hamilton Police Service officers were dispatched to Woodlands Park following reports of a motorcyclist speeding in the park. The officers approached the 48-year-old motorcyclist and told him that he was being investigated for the manner in which he was operating his motorcycle. The man told the officers he was not who they were looking for and then turned to walk away. A struggle ensued as the officers attempted to handcuffed the man behind the back. He was transported to the station and then to hospital where he was diagnosed with a fractured right 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.22 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Drug Consumption by Man in Presence of Peel Police Officers
On August 24, 2023, a 41-year-old man was admitted to hospital for a possible drug overdose. As the drug consumption occurred while the man was in the custody of Peel Regional Police 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 hospital admission.22 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Hamilton Pursuit
In the evening of August 25, 2023, a Hamilton Police Service officer was operating a marked police cruiser on Burlington Street East when his attention was drawn to a sedan travelling straight in a turn lane. He decided to stop the sedan for a Highway Traffic Act infraction. The sedan picked up speed, and when the officer caught up to it, he activated his emergency lights. The sedan failed to stop. Shortly after, the sedan ran over the foot of a 58-year-old female pedestrian, causing the pedestrian to fall. The officer stopped to render assistance as the sedan continued out of sight. The pedestrian was transported to hospital and diagnosed with a fractured foot. 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 injury.22 December, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Woman in Collingwood
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 39-year-old woman early this morning in Collingwood.21 December, 2023
SIU Investigating After Toronto Police Officer Shoots Less-Lethal Firearm at Man
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Toronto Police Service officer discharged a less-lethal firearm at a 42-year-old man in Toronto this afternoon.21 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Malton Investigation into Death of Cyclist who was Struck by Vehicle Being Pursued by Police
On August 23, 2023, a 26-year-old woman cyclist died after being struck by a motor vehicle in Malton. As the vehicle was being pursued by Peel Regional Police 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 woman’s death.21 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Fall from Toronto Apartment Balcony
In the afternoon of August 23, 2023, a team of Emergency Task Force officers with the Toronto Police Service convened outside a Toronto apartment. They were there at the request of the Durham Regional Police Service, which had plans to execute a search warrant at the apartment and to arrest a 31-year-old man who was wanted for serious firearms-related offences. Shortly after ETF officers forced open the door and announced their presence, the man fell to the balcony below in his attempt to flee the apartment. The man was taken into custody. He had fractured his right arm in the fall and dislocated the right elbow. 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.21 December, 2023
SIU Discontinues Chatsworth Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a 21-year-old man’s time in custody in August in Chatsworth.20 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Arrest in Brantford
On August 22, 2023, a 25-year-old woman was seriously injured in the course of her arrest by Brantford 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 woman’s arrest and injury.20 December, 2023
Intervention of Officers in South Huron Likely Saved Man’s Life; 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 August in South Huron.19 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Overdose in London Cell
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a London Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a drug overdose suffered by a 35-year-old man while in custody in August.18 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Kitchener Investigation
On August 1, 2023, a 34-year-old man was seriously injured in the course of his arrest by Waterloo Regional Police Service 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 injuries.18 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into 2015 Death of Arron Loon in Thunder Bay
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Thunder Bay Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of Mr. Arron Loon, 20, in Thunder Bay in 2015.18 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Toronto Arrest of Woman
On August 20, 2023, a 26-year-old woman was seriously injured in the course of her 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 arresting officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the woman’s arrest and injury.
18 December, 2023
SIU Discontinues Chatsworth Investigation as Fractured Clavicle not Caused by Police
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 August in Chatsworth.18 December, 2023
Due to Absence of Serious Injury Confirmation, SIU Discontinues Investigation into Toronto Arrest
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the arrest of a 24-year-old man in August in Toronto.17 December, 2023
SIU Investigating After Ottawa Police Officer Fires Gun at Man in Car
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ottawa Police Service officer fired his gun at the driver of a stolen car in Ottawa last night.16 December, 2023
SIU Investigating After Toronto Police Officer Fired Gun in North York
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Toronto Police Service officer fired their gun during an attempt to arrest three men fleeing in an SUV last night in North York.16 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Seriously Injured During Arrest in Kitchener
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Waterloo Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest and broken arm suffered by a 51-year-old man last December. The SIU launched an investigation in August after it received information that stemmed from a complaint made to the Office of the Independent Police Review Director.15 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest, Purported Injuries in Barrie
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Barrie Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest and reported serious injuries of a 24-year-old man in August.15 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Seriously Injured During Arrest by OPP Officers in Fergus
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest of a 43-year-old man in Fergus in April.15 December, 2023
SIU Investigating After Man Shot by OPP Officer in Marmora Area
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ontario Provincial Police officer shot and injured a 48-year-old man in the Marmora area early this morning.13 December, 2023
Police did Nothing to Cause Man’s Fatal Injuries; SIU Discontinues Oro Station Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the death of a 38-year-old man in August in Oro Station.12 December, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Man’s Injuries from Balcony Fall in Toronto
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into multiple fractures suffered by a 25-year-old man after he fell from a fifth-floor balcony while attempting to flee Toronto Police Service officers in August.11 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Etobicoke Collision Involving Police Cruiser
On April 26, 2023, a 35-year-old man suffered serious injuries when the vehicle he was operating was involved in a collision with a police cruiser in Etobicoke. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that officer driving the cruiser committed a criminal offence in connection with the collision.8 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death After Confrontation with Peterborough Police at Dealership
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Peterborough Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a standoff at a car dealership that ended in the death of a 28-year-old man in August.8 December, 2023
SIU Investigating Police Shooting Death of Man in Newmarket
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a York Regional Police Service officer fatally shot a 37-year-old man last night in Newmarket.7 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Discharge of ARWEN by OPP Officer in Orillia
On August 9, 2023, an Ontario Provincial Police officer fired his Anti-Riot Weapon ENfield (ARWEN) at a 16-year-old male. 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 use of the ARWEN.
7 December, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Toronto Collision
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injuries suffered by a man in August in Toronto.6 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Toronto Investigation
In the morning of August 8, 2023, Toronto Police Service officers accompanied a child welfare worker to a residence as a court order had been issued directing the child welfare agency to apprehend the two children of a 33-year-old man. The man refused to turn over his children. Sometime later, a decision was made to take physical custody of the children. At this point, the man was holding the children on his lap. The officers unclasped the man’s hands, and one of the officers forced the man’s left arm away from one of his children, in the course of which a cracking sound was heard. The children were taken away from the scene, and the man was transported to hospital where he was diagnosed with a fractured left 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 man’s injury.6 December, 2023
SIU Investigating After Two Pedestrians Struck by Fleeing SUV in Toronto
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after two pedestrians were struck by the driver of an SUV that appeared to flee Ontario Provincial Police officers last night.5 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Drug Overdose in OPP Custody in Pembroke
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the drug overdose suffered by a 36-year-old man.5 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Pedestrian Run Over by Alleged Fake Taxicab Driver Fleeing Toronto Police
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a woman whose foot was run over by a purported taxicab driver fleeing police.5 December, 2023
SIU Charges Sault Ste. Marie Police Officer for Sexual Assault Offences
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe a Sault Ste. Marie Police Service officer committed criminal offences.4 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Struck by Toronto Police Cruiser in Park
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries suffered by a 31-year-old man who was struck by a cruiser in a park.1 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Arrest and Injury in Hamilton
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Hamilton Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest and serious injury suffered by a 56-year-old woman.1 December, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in Ottawa
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe two Ottawa Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 25-year-old man in August.30 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Drug Overdose in Windsor Police Custody
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Windsor Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the drug overdose suffered by a 39-year-old man in his cell in August.30 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Serious Injury During Arrest in Toronto
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest and serious injury suffered by a 60-year-old man in August.30 November, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Port Hope Officer Who Shot Gun at Stolen Truck
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a Port Hope Police Service officer who fired her gun at a stolen pickup truck in July.30 November, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Man’s Right Eye Injury in Thunder Bay
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 38-year-old man while in custody of Thunder Bay Police Service in July.29 November, 2023
SIU Completes Investigation into Ottawa Officer’s Discharge of Less-Lethal Firearm at Man
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Ottawa Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting a less-lethal firearm at a 24-year-old man in August.29 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Shot by Toronto Police Officer in Scarborough
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting and wounding a 35-year-old man in August.29 November, 2023
SIU Ends Investigation After Man Seriously Injured in Straffordville Collision While Fleeing OPP Officer
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a collision that caused serious injuries to a 58-year-old man in August.29 November, 2023
SIU Investigating Police Discharge of Firearm in Aylmer
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the discharge of a firearm by an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer in Aylmer.27 November, 2023
Woman Injured Self While Trying to Evade Arrest; SIU Discontinues Toronto Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by woman in July in Toronto.27 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Brampton Interaction Between Police and Man
On July 29, 2023, Peel Regional Police officers were dispatched to a residence in Brampton to take custody of a 42-year-old man. The man was placed in a cruiser and transported to the police station. The man protested that the police had the wrong person, and he grew increasingly frustrated with his arrest. When the man responded in the affirmative when asked if he was suicidal, the booking sergeant decided that the man should be assessed at hospital. The man was then placed in the rear seat of a cruiser for transport to the hospital. The man began to thrash about in the vehicle, striking his head against an interior plastic partition and rear window. The officers removed the man from the cruiser and held him down when he continued to jerk his body and flail his legs. Paramedics attended at the station and took the man to hospital where he was eventually diagnosed with a fractured left ankle. 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.27 November, 2023
SIU Closes File into Orillia Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injuries suffered by a 30-year-old woman in July in Orillia.24 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Lindsay Cruiser Crash
On July 28, 2023, a 59-year-old man was in the rear seat of a cruiser, being transported from one OPP detachment to another OPP detachment. In the area of Greenfield Road and Harvest Street in Lindsay, the officer operating the cruiser lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a field. The man in the rear of the cruiser was taken to hospital where he was diagnosed with serious injuries, including a broken clavicle and 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 injuries.24 November, 2023
Officer Comported Himself with Due Care During Toronto Pursuit; No Charges to Issue in Relation to Fatal Collision
In the afternoon of July 29, 2023, a team of surveillance officers had gathered in and around the area of Dixon Road and Kipling Avenue as they were aware of a stolen pick-up truck in the vicinity. When the person of interest was observed making his way on foot towards the pick-up, unmarked police vehicles unsuccessfully attempted to surround the vehicle before it could be put in motion. Realizing what was happening, the 25-year-old man quickly entered the pick-up and accelerated away. The vehicle was briefly pursued by officers. In the area of Martin Grove Road and Dixon Road, the vehicle left the roadway and struck the concrete south-facing abutment of the Highway 401 off-ramp overpass. The vehicle exploded on impact. The man was declared deceased on scene by attending 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 death.24 November, 2023
No Charges to Issues Against Officer in Relation to Apprehension of Man on Toronto Overpass
In the morning of April 24, 2023, two Toronto Police Service officers were traveling travelling in a cruiser over Highway 401 on the Kipling Avenue overpass when they noticed a man straddling the east side railing of the bridge. Concerned the man was going to jump, the officers exited the cruiser and went towards him. Attempts were made to communicate with the man, but the man told them not to get any closer. After a couple of minutes, the man stood on the concrete ledge of the railing briefly before jumping to the sidewalk below. The officers moved in and attempted to grab hold of the man, and a struggle ensued. He was shortly after apprehended. At hospital, the 23-year-old man was diagnosed with a fracture of the 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 injury.24 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Milton Grocery Store Arrest
In the evening of July 27, 2023, Halton Regional Police Service officers were dispatched to The Home Depot at 1013 Maple Avenue in Milton to investigate a theft in progress. As one of the two persons of interest exited the store – a 48-year-old man – he saw police officers and fled across a parking lot and into a nearby Longo’s grocery store. Officers gave chase. When the man wouldn’t stop when ordered to do so, an officer deployed his conducted energy weapon at the man, and the man was struck. The man’s body locked-up and he fell forward, striking the floor with his face, and losing teeth and breaking his nose in the process. The man was arrested and taken to hospital for treatment of his 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 arrest and injuries.24 November, 2023
Ontario’s SIU to Review Nova Scotia’s Onslow Firehall Incident
In April 2023, in the interests of avoiding any potential or perceived conflict of interest, the Nova Scotia Serious Incident Response Team (SiRT) asked Ontario’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) to review information considered by the Joint Federal/Provincial Commission into the April 2020 Nova Scotia Mass Casualty, with respect to shots fired by two RCMP officers at the Onslow Fire Hall on April 19, 2020.23 November, 2023
No Charges to Issue in Connection with Man’s Apprehension under Mental Health Act in Toronto
In the evening of July 25, 2023, Toronto Police Service officers were called to a residence after an occupant reported that a tenant was acting strangely, and the occupant was worried for the safety of others in the home. Two officers entered the home and made their way to a bedroom where there was a 48-year-old man. The man indicated he felt fine and denied wanting to hurt himself. Asked if he wanted to go to hospital, the man declined. About ten minutes later, another officer and two members with the Mobile Crisis Intervention Team arrived at the residence, and the man was engaged in conversation. Shortly thereafter, the man admitted to having thoughts of suicide. At about the same time the man was advised that there were grounds for an apprehension under the Mental Health Act, the man lifted a bottle from a nearby table and drank from it. Those in attendance quickly came to learn that the bottle contained automobile brake fluid. An ambulance was called, and the man received treatment in the ICU. 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 apprehension.22 November, 2023
SIU Finds Shooting of Man by Toronto Police Service Officer Justified
On July 25, 2023, undercover Toronto Police Service officers were on the lookout for a 44-year-old man who was wanted in relation to a murder that had been committed the day before. When the man was seen walking towards a vehicle, a takedown was called. The man discharged his handgun multiple times at an officer, and he then fled on foot towards Kingsview Boulevard. Aware of the man’s general location, police established a perimeter and called in a dog handler to help locate the man. Shortly after the dog entered some brush in one of the rear yards, the man fired his weapon and the dog was fatally struck. An officer returned fire and the man sustained a gunshot wound to his right buttock. The man was arrested. 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 shooting.22 November, 2023
SIU Investigating After OPP Officer Shot Less-Lethal Firearm at Two Youths in Harriston, Wellington County
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ontario Provincial Police officer discharged a less-lethal firearm at two male youths yesterday.22 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Malton Arrest
In the evening of July 24, 2023, Peel Regional Police officers were dispatched to a residence in Malton after someone reported that an inebriated driver had struck a parked car. The officers arrived at the residence and spoke to the 42-year-old driver outside the house and informed him he was under arrest. The man produced a switchblade and then fled on foot while the officers gave chase. Another officer was driving in the area when he came across the man. The officer at some point fired his conducted energy weapon at the man twice, causing the man to fall to the ground and strike his head. He was transported to hospital where he was diagnosed with a brain bleed. 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 November, 2023
SIU Discontinues London Investigation; Woman Injured Self While Trying to Escape Police
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 29-year-old woman in July in London.21 November, 2023
No Basis to Charge Officer in Relation to Brockville Arrest
In the morning of July 24, 2023, the Brockville Police Service received a call of a disturbance being created on King Street East by a group of inebriated individuals. Officers located the group and stopped their vehicles to speak with them. They recognized one of the group members as a person wanted for a robbery. At the sight of the police, the 25-year-old man ran. An officer confronted the man and told him he was under arrest. When the man failed to get on the ground when ordered to do so, the officer took him down. The man was handcuffed by the officer and transported to the station. When the man was subsequently taken to hospital, he was diagnosed with a fractured right forearm and left wrist. 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.21 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Toronto Arrest
On July 24, 2023, a 41-year-old man was seriously injured in the course of his arrest by Toronto 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.20 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Picton ARWEN Discharge
In the morning of July 23, 2023, the Ontario Provincial Police received a call informing them that a man, having fired a number of shots on his property from a rifle, had told the caller to contact the OPP, indicating he would be waiting for them outside. Officers were dispatched to the Picton residence and established a perimeter around the residence. When the man made his way on foot down this driveway towards the road, while holding a rifle, he was struck and felled by multiple Anti-Riot Weapon ENfield (ARWEN) rounds. He was then bit in the neck by a police dog. The man was handcuffed, and then taken to hospital where he was assessed under the Mental Health Act. The dog bite wounds were superficial. 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 discharge of the ARWEN.20 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Centre Wellington Collision Following Police Pursuit
On March 22, 2023, a 43-year-old man was seriously injured around the time of his arrest by Ontario Provincial Police officers in Centre Wellington. The OPP officers had been engaged in a motor vehicle pursuit of the man prior to the collision. 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.18 November, 2023
SIU Completes Investigation into Woman’s Serious Injury During Arrest in Kingston
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Kingston Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest and broken shoulder suffered by a 25-year-old woman in July.18 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Broken Nose During Arrest in Ottawa
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ottawa Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the broken nose suffered by a 38-year-old woman during her arrest in July.18 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Fatally Shot by Officer in London
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a London Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 35-year-old man in July.17 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Serious Injury of Boy, 15, in Toronto
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injury of a 15-year-old boy in July.16 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Fleeing Police Struck by OPP Pickup Truck in Innisfil Area
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries suffered by a 30-year-old man after he was struck by an unmarked police vehicle.16 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Ankle in Sudbury
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Greater Sudbury Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest and serious injury suffered by a 28-year-old man.15 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation After Halton Officer Fired Less-Lethal Weapon at Man in Oakville
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Halton Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at a 19-year-old man in July.14 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into ARWEN Discharge by OPP Officer in Ayr
In the early morning of July 17, 2023, OPP officers were called to the Pinehurst Lake Conservation Area. Staff had contacted police to report that a man was refusing to leave and had operated his vehicle on the grounds at dangerous speeds. On hearing the police arrive, the man hid in some bushes. Officers surrounded the area and attempted to negotiate his peaceful surrender. The man told police he was on drugs and had a knife. When the man ran towards officers, an officer discharged his Anti-Riot Weapon ENfield, and the man was struck. The 46-year-old man was taken into custody. 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 discharge of the ARWEN. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.13 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Arrest of Man in Toronto
Shortly after midnight of July 16, 2023, the Toronto Police Service dispatched officers to a residence on Thirtieth Street after 911 received a call about a possible break and enter. Upon learning that there were children that resided in the house, the officers forced open the front door and entered. In a second-floor bedroom, officers located a 37-year-old man and they took him into custody. The man was taken to the police station, and then transported to the detention centre. When the man complained of pain to his right hand, he was taken to hospital where he was diagnosed with fractures to the hand. 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.11 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation Involving York Regional Police
On July 13, 2023, York Regional Police officers attended a plaza in Richmond Hill following a report of a stolen vehicle. Officers located the vehicle and conducted mobile surveillance. As the driver travelled west on Highway 9 east of Highway 400, he travelled over a tire deflation device that had been deployed by an officer. Soon after, the vehicle lost control and crashed into a ditch. A struggle ensued between the man and officers, and the man was eventually handcuffed. At hospital, he was diagnosed with a front nasal fracture. 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 injury.10 November, 2023
No Reasonable Grounds to Charge Officer in Relation to Vankleek Hill Collision
On July 7, 2023, a 21-year-old man was seriously injured in a motor vehicle collision in Vankleek Hill. As the vehicle he was operating had been briefly pursued by police before the collision, 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 OPP officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s injuries.10 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into ARWEN Discharge by Officer in Oakville
On July 13, 2023, Halton Regional Police Service officers were dispatched to a home in Oakville after family members of a 22-year-old man called 911 reporting concern for the man’s welfare. Attempts to communicate with the man were made, and officers set up containment around the home as the man was in possession of weapons. The following morning, officers smashed a window and an officer discharged his Anti-Riot Weapon ENfield (ARWEN) at the man multiple times. The man was eventually taken into custody. 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 his ARWEN.9 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Toronto Collision Between Bicycle and Police Cruiser
On July 12, 2023, a 32-year-old man was seriously injured when the bicycle he was riding became involved in a collision with a Toronto Police Service cruiser. In hospital, the man was diagnosed with a fractured left foot. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the driver of the cruiser committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s injury.9 November, 2023
Man Did Not Suffer Serious Injury During Arrest; SIU Discontinues Etobicoke Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the arrest of a 47-year-old man in February in Etobicoke.9 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into West Nipissing Arrest
In the afternoon of July 11, 2023, two OPP officers travelled to a house in West Nipissing, with the intention of arresting a 47-year-old man for whom there were warrants of arrest. The officers encountered the man outside the residence. As he was pushing a person in a wheelchair, the officers allowed the man to take the person into the home. Once inside the threshold of the front door of his home, the man attempted to close the door shut on the officers. The officers pushed back and entered the home. A struggle ensued, and more officers arrived to assist. After some time, the officers were able to wrench control of the man’s arms and handcuff them behind the back. At hospital, the man was diagnosed with a fractured left rib. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that any officer involved in the man’s arrest committed a criminal offence.7 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Fatal Fall from Balcony in Vaughan
On July 10, 2023, a 26-year-old man passed away, the result of a fall from a significant height. As York Regional Police officers had in the hours before his fall attempted to negotiate his safe surrender into police custody, 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 any officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s death. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.7 November, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man After OPP Police Dog Bite in Midland
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 45-year-old man in Midland. The SIU launched an investigation after the death was reported by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) on November 6, 2023.7 November, 2023
SIU Determines No Charges to Issue in Relation to Collision Following Police Deployment of Tire Deflation Device
On July 10, 2023, Peel Regional Police officers were dispatched to a Brampton residence after an individual reported that four men were stealing construction material from a home. Upon arriving, officers observed a van with an attached trailer fleeing the scene. In the area of Torbram Road and Australia Drive, an officer deployed a tire deflation device. Shortly after, the van travelled over the tire deflation device, lost control, and eventually rolled on its side coming to a stop. A 59-year-old male occupant of the van reportedly suffered 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 collision and the man’s injury. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.6 November, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Woman Who Punched Cell Wall, Broke Right Hand in Barrie Custody
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into reported broken right hand suffered by a 47-year-old woman after she punched the wall of her cell in June.3 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in Kingston
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Kingston Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 40-year-old man in July. As officers had been involved in a police operation seeking to arrest the man before he was discovered without vital signs, the SIU was notified and investigated.3 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Death of Woman, Serious Injuries of Man After Fall in Burlington
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe two Halton Regional Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 24-year-old woman and serious injuries suffered by a 29-year-old man after they fell from a balcony. Officers were outside the apartment at the time they fell, so the SIU was notified and investigated.3 November, 2023
SIU Terminates Investigation into Man’s ICU Admission After Arrest by Durham Officers in Newtonville
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the hospitalization of a 38-year-old man after he was apprehended by Durham Regional Police Service officers in July.2 November, 2023
SIU Charges Peel Regional Police Officer in Relation to Assault in Brampton
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe a Peel Regional Police officer committed criminal offences that resulted in serious injuries suffered by a 34-year-old man last February.1 November, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Arm in Toronto
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injury of a 25-year-old man in July.1 November, 2023
SIU Investigating Police-involved Shooting in the Ohsweken-Six Nations of the Grand River
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a police-involved shooting in the Ohsweken-Six Nations of the Grand River.31 October, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Self-Inflicted Injuries in Belle River
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries suffered by a 21-year-old man in July.31 October, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in Amherstburg
In the morning of January 17, 2023, Windsor Police Service officers were dispatched to a residence in Amherstburg following a call reporting that a woman had been attacked with a baseball bat by her husband. Knocks, call-outs and phone calls by police went unanswered, and nothing was heard from inside the apartment. Master keys failed to disengage the lock. When officers learned that the man had a rifle, they retreated to positions of cover. When officers eventually entered the residence, they located the man. He had sustained a self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was taken to hospital where he was pronounced deceased. 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.30 October, 2023
No Basis to Charge OPP Officer in Relation to Collision on the Lands of the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation
On July 2, 2023, a 21-year-old man was seriously injured in a motor vehicle collision on the lands of the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation. As an OPP officer had attempted to stop the man’s vehicle just prior to the collision, 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.
27 October, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into ARWEN Discharge by Officer in Goderich
On June 28, 2023, a 46-year-old man was struck by an Anti-Riot Weapon ENfield (ARWEN) projectile just before his arrest in Goderich. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer who fired the ARWEN committed a criminal offence in connection with the ARWEN discharge. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.25 October, 2023
SIU Investigating After Waterloo Officer Shoots Man in Kitchener
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Waterloo Regional Police Service officer shot a 29-year-old man this morning in Kitchener.25 October, 2023
SIU Concludes Cornwall Investigation
In the morning of June 27, 2023, a team of Cornwall Police Service officers assembled in the area of a Cornwall residence to execute a search warrant. When the 23-year-old male person of interest noticed the police presence, he fled from the home. Police observed the man jumping fences, and they confronted him and took him to the ground. He was arrested and transported to hospital for treatment of an ankle 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 man’s injury. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.24 October, 2023
SIU Investigating Niagara Officer-Involved Shooting Death of Man in St. Catharines
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after Niagara Regional Police Service officers fatally shot a 48-year-old man last night in St. Catharines.23 October, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Injured During Arrest in Oshawa
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe two Durham Regional Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the injury of a 37-year-old man.23 October, 2023
SIU Completes Investigation into Fatal Shooting of Man by Ottawa Officers
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe two Ottawa Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the shooting death of a 56-year-old man. On June 25, officers were called to the area of Sussex Drive and St. Patrick Street for reports of a man threatening people with a knife. The officers shot the man when he advanced at them and ignored repeated commands to drop the weapon.23 October, 2023
SIU Investigating After OPP Officer Fires Pistol in Caledon
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ontario Provincial Police officer discharged his firearm this morning in Caledon.20 October, 2023
SIU Completes Investigation into Conduct of OPP Huron County Officers in Relation to Man’s Self-Inflicted Death in Goderich
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe three Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 48-year-old man in June. As the officers were present in the vicinity of the shooting when it occurred, the SIU investigated.20 October, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Seriously Injured in Custody of OPP in Sioux Lookout
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured right collarbone suffered by a 48-year-old man in June.20 October, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Officers’ Discharge of Less-Lethal Shotguns at Man in Toronto
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe two Toronto Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting a 47-year-old man with less-lethal rounds.20 October, 2023
SIU Completes Investigation into Peel Police Officer’s Discharge of Firearm at Man in Mississauga
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Peel Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting his gun at a 36-year-old man in Mississauga. The round missed its target and struck a civilian vehicle.19 October, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Seriously Injured During Arrest in Brampton
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Peel Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured left clavicle suffered by a 36-year-old man during his arrest in Brampton.19 October, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Leg After Police Dog Bite During Arrest in Oshawa
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Durham Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the broken right leg suffered by a 26-year-old man after being bit by a police dog in Oshawa.18 October, 2023
SIU Investigating Police-involved Shooting in Seaforth
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a 35-year-old man was shot today by an Ontario Provincial Police officer in Seaforth.17 October, 2023
SIU Investigating Pickering Collision
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a collision this morning that resulted in serious injuries to two individuals.17 October, 2023
The SIU and Race-based Data Collection
Today, consistent with its obligations under the Anti-Racism Act, 2017, and the Act’s regulation, the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) is releasing de-identified race-based data collected in connection with investigations between October 1, 2020, and September 30, 2021, as well as an analysis of the data prepared in a report by researchers with Wilfrid Laurier University.16 October, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Police Pursuit Prior to Vehicle Collision in Mississauga
On June 18, 2023, a 24-year-old woman was seriously injured in a motor vehicle collision in Mississauga. As the vehicle she was in had been briefly pursued by a Peel Regional Police officer moments prior to the collision, 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.15 October, 2023
SIU Investigating Windsor Collision that Resulted in the Deaths of Two People
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding an overnight fatal collision in Windsor.15 October, 2023
SIU Investigating Police-Involved Shooting in Cambridge
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a police-involved shooting in Cambridge that resulted in serious injuries to a 34-year-old man.14 October, 2023
SIU Appealing for Witnesses after Youth Struck by Vehicle in Vaughan
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a collision in Vaughan last night that resulted in a 17-year-old male suffering serious injuries.13 October, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in Toronto Following Fall from Hotel Window
On June 15, 2023, a 57-year-old man passed away, the result of a fall from a fourth-floor hotel window. As Toronto Police Service officers were present outside his hotel room and on the street below at the time, the SIU was notified 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.13 October, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Arrest of Man in Wasaga Beach
In the evening of June 16, 2023, Ontario Provincial Police officers were dispatched to an address in Wasaga Beach after a woman reported that a man was locked inside an apartment with a knife in his hand threatening to kill himself. Upon arrival, officers made attempts to de-escalate the situation. When the man eventually exited the front doors with his hands up, the officers approached him and took hold of his arms. The man began to resist the officers’ efforts to position his arms behind the back, dropping them down towards his waist. One of the officers reacted by tripping the man to the ground, after which the officers handcuffed him. Following his arrest, the man was taken to hospital where he was diagnosed with a fractured right knee. 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.13 October, 2023
SIU Determines No Grounds to Charge Handler of Police Service Dog in East York Arrest
In the afternoon of June 16, 2023, an individual called 911 to report that a man had discharged a firearm at a building in the area of Kingston Road and Woodbine Avenue. Officers located a vehicle that was believed to have been involved in the shooting, and attempted a takedown of the vehicle. The driver was apprehended, but the 31-year-old male passenger escaped. He was last seen running into a ravine. A police service dog handler, and his dog were dispatched to assist with the search. While in the ravine, the officer deployed the police service dog on a long lead. Shortly after, the dog had located the person of interest and bit into the area of the back of his upper right arm/shoulder. The man was transported to hospital following his arrest. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the police service dog handler committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s injuries. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.11 October, 2023
Ottawa Collision Occurred After Woman Ran Red Light; SIU Investigation Discontinued
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a June collision in Ottawa that resulted in serious injuries to a 68-year-old woman.11 October, 2023
As no Serious Injury was Suffered, SIU Terminates Windsor Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into an incident that occurred several years ago. the matter came to the SIU’s attention on June 12, 2023, when a 42-year-old woman reported to the SIU that she had been seriously injured in the course of her apprehension by Windsor Police Service officers in November of 2015. The SIU initiated an investigation.11 October, 2023
Police Did Nothing to Cause Man’s Injury; SIU Discontinues Pikangikum Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 23-year-old man in June in Pikangikum.7 October, 2023
SIU Investigating After Peel Police Officer Shoots Firearm During Man’s Arrest in Brampton
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Peel Regional Police officer fired his gun during a struggle with a 21-year-old man in Brampton last night.6 October, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Self-Inflicted Death in Port McNicoll
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe three Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the self-inflicted death of a 55-year-old man. As officers were present and engaging with the man at the time, the SIU was notified and investigated.5 October, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Man’s Drug Overdose in Toronto Police Custody
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a 35-year-old man who went into medical distress after his arrest by Toronto Police Service officers.4 October, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Head Injury in Toronto
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest and serious injuries suffered by a 28-year-old woman. On June 6, 2023, officers responded to reports of a woman armed with a box-cutter knife who assaulted an employee at Canadian Tire on Joe Shuster Way. During a standoff outside where the woman did not obey officer commands to drop the knife, she was struck with a conducted energy weapon, fell to the ground and struck her head. She was arrested, then taken to hospital where she was diagnosed with a skull fracture and hemorrhage.
30 September, 2023
SIU Determines no Charges to Issue in Relation to London Arrest
During his arrest in London on June 4, 2023, a 23-year-old man was seriously injured. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that a London Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.29 September, 2023
Man’s Death in Cameron was Self-Inflicted; SIU Determines No Grounds to Charge Officers
On June 1, 2023, a 37-year-old man passed away from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The incident took place within a residence in Cameron. As Ontario Provincial Police officers were in proximity to the man at the time, the SIU was notified 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.29 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Self-Inflicted Death of Man in Etobicoke
In the early morning of June 2, 2023, Peel Regional Police officers gathered outside an Etobicoke apartment to arrest a 39-year-old man who was wanted on firearm and domestic violence charges. The Tactical and Rescue Unit announced their presence outside the door, and attempts were made to enter the apartment. Upon entering, officers located the man, deceased. He was lying on the bed and was holding a gun in his right hand. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.29 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Ottawa Collision Between Police Vehicle and Skateboarder
On June 3, 2023, a 20-year-old male skateboarder was involved in a collision with a police vehicle in Ottawa. The man was transported to hospital from the scene where his injury was diagnosed and treated. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.28 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Hamilton Arrest
On the night of May 30, 2023, Hamilton Police Service officers were dispatched to a residential area after reports had been received of a person travelling between the houses and garages. Two officers located a person of interest in the backyard of a house, and they confronted him. The 40-year-old man attempted to escape apprehension by running towards a gate in the fence that led to the front of the house. Other officers grabbed the man and tripped him to the ground. A struggle ensued before the man was handcuffed and taken into custody. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.28 September, 2023
SIU Charges Waterloo Police Officer in Relation to Pursuit in Brantford
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe an off-duty Waterloo Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in relation to a serious injury suffered by a 25-year-old man following a pursuit in Brantford last January.27 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Fort Erie Arrest of Man
In the afternoon of May 30, 2023, Niagara Regional Police Service officers showed up at a residence in Fort Erie to arrest a man wanted in relation to a child pornography investigation. The officers entered the premises and made their way upstairs, where they had reason to believe the man resided. Following a physical altercation, the man was handcuffed by the officers and taken into custody. At hospital, he was diagnosed with possibly un-displaced left-sided rib 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.
26 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Brantford Officer’s Shooting of Man in Brant
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Brantford Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting and injuring a 27-year-old man in Brant.
On May 29, 2023, officers secured warrants to search the man’s home for drugs and attempted to arrest him for drug trafficking. The man fled in his Tesla and while driving at an officer, another officer shot at the man four times, striking him twice.
26 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest and Broken Leg in Welland
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Niagara Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest and broken left leg suffered by a 32-year-old man. On May 29, 2023, officers were called for a report of an assault at a residence on King Street. The man believed responsible fled on foot. An officer pursued the man, and discharged a conducted energy weapon before grounding him. He was arrested and later diagnosed with a serious injury.26 September, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man After Arrest in Mississauga
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of an 88-year-old man yesterday.25 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Fatally Shot by Hamilton Officer
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Hamilton Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the shooting death of a 57-year-old man.
On May, 27, 2023, the man shot and killed his two tenants before he was fatally shot by an officer at a residence on Jones Road.
23 September, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Guelph Collision
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 43-year-old man after fleeing Guelph Police Service officers this morning.22 September, 2023
SIU Closes Burlington Case
On May 26, 2023, a 31-year-old man was arrested at the scene of a collision in Burlington. At a Halton Regional Police Service station, the man was in the area of the booking desk when he went into medical distress. He was taken to hospital where he was diagnosed with a generalized motor seizure.
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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.
22 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Oshawa Collision Following Police Pursuit
On May 27, 2023, a 33-year-old woman was seriously injured in a motor vehicle collision in Oshawa. As the vehicle she was operating was being pursued by Durham Regional Police Service officers at the time, the SIU was notified of the incident by the service 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 pursuit and collision. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.21 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Fatal Fall from Apartment in Kingston
On May 23, 2023, a 59-year-old woman fell to her death from an upper floor apartment in Kingston. As Kingston Police officers were present outside the apartment door moments before, and during, the fall, the SIU was notified of the incident by the police service 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 woman’s death. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.21 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in St. Catharines
On May 24, 2023, a 35-year-old man passed away in St. Catharines. Because Niagara Regional Police Service officers had been called to the scene of the man’s residence, where he was discovered in medical distress, 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.20 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Ribs After Arrest in Lindsay
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Kawartha Lakes Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest of a 37-year-old man. On May 23, 2023, officers were called to a residence in Lindsay after the man threatened to burn down the house. While officers attempted to handcuff the man, he resisted and an officer struck the man in the chest with his knee. The man was diagnosed with left-sided rib fractures.
19 September, 2023
Man who Stole Truck in Cambridge Responsible for Self-inflicted Injury; SIU Discontinues Investigation
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 May in Cambridge.16 September, 2023
No Basis to Charge Officer in Relation to Teenager’s Arrest at Mississauga Park
In the evening of May 19, 2023, Peel Regional Police officers were dispatched to a break and enter in progress at a home in Mississauga. At the sight of the arrival of police officers in the area, a 16-year-old male and several acquaintances fled from the scene. At the north end of McKenzie Park, officers observed the teenager walking away from a police officer. The officers travelled across the park towards the Complainant, stopped and exited their cruiser, and confronted him. An interaction ensued. Following the man’s arrest, he was transported to hospital where he 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 any officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.16 September, 2023
Force Used to Arrest Man in New Lowell Legally Justified; SIU Investigation Closed
In the morning of May 17, 2023, paramedics and Ontario Provincial Police officers attended a residence in New Lowell to check on the well-being of a 59-year-old man. Upon the arrival of officers and paramedics, the man told them to get off the property. Officers informed the man he would be arrested, and two officers grabbled him. The man pulled free. In his agitation, the man fell, landing on his back. A struggle ensued between the officers and the man, and he was eventually subdued and handcuffed. At hospital, the man was diagnosed with a fractured right wrist.
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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.
15 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into OPP Officer’s Discharge of Firearm in Bourget
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting a firearm in the direction of a man in May 2023. The shooting on May 11 was part of a series of events at a home in Bourget, where one officer was fatally shot by the man. The subject official was grievously wounded by the man. A third officer was also struck by a bullet fired by the man. The 39-year-old man was not struck by gunfire.15 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Niagara Falls Arrest of Man During Joint Forces Operation
In the morning of May 18, 2023, a joint forces operation involving officers from several police services attended a residence in Niagara Falls to execute a search warrant for drugs. The team forcibly entered through the front door of the home with the use of a ram, after which three of them made immediately for the stairs to the second floor. As the officers neared the second floor landing, a 36-year-old man leapt over the railing and descended upwards of three metres. He landed on the first flight of stairs, fracturing his right foot in the process, and was struck by a conducted energy weapons deployment before he was handcuffed behind the back and taken into custody. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.14 September, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Fractured Wrist Suffered by Teenager in Toronto
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 14-year-old male in May in Toronto.12 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Toronto Arrest of Man
On May 14, 2023, a 60-year-old man was seriously injured in the course of his arrest by Toronto Police Service officers. One of the arresting officers was identified as the subject official in the ensuing SIU investigation of the incident. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.12 September, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Ottawa
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 41-year-old man this morning in Ottawa.11 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Hospitalization After Toronto Arrest
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest and hospitalization of a 36-year-old woman. On May 13, 2023, the woman was arrested for outstanding warrants near Pape Avenue and Danforth Avenue. She was searched by police twice in the course of her arrest and later was taken to a Milton detention centre. There she was taken to hospital by paramedics and admitted to the ICU where suspected drugs were recovered in her person.10 September, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Niagara Falls
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 19-year-old man last night in Niagara Falls.8 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest, Injuries in Hamilton
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe a Hamilton Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries suffered by a 40-year-old man during his arrest last year. On November 13, 2022, police were called to a detox centre on Main Street East for a report of the man refusing to leave. An interaction ensued, and at one point the man was thrown to the ground. The man was arrested, and then taken to hospital where he was diagnosed with a facial fracture.8 September, 2023
SIU Charges Toronto Police Officer in Shooting of Man
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 shooting in February 2023.7 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Fatally Shot by Toronto Police Officer
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the shooting death of a 40-year-old man. On May 10, 2023, the man approached the officer with a knife and ignored commands to drop the weapon. The officer shot the man twice and he died in hospital.6 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Fatally Shot by OPP Officer in Kirkland Lake
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the shooting death of a 66-year-old man in Kirkland Lake. On May 9, 2023, the man was shot by an officer after he confronted officers with a machete while in front of a high school on Duncan Avenue South.6 September, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Woman’s Injury Involving Windsor Officer
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, terminated an investigation into a serious injury reportedly suffered by a 63-year-old woman during an encounter with a Windsor Police Service officer in January. In May, the woman reported that she had broke her back.5 September, 2023
Update: Man who Sustained Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound in Penetanguishene Succumbs to Injury
On the morning of August 31, 2023, Halton Regional Police officers went to a property in the area of Laurier Road in Penetanguishene to execute search warrants. The person of interest – a 35-year-old man – barricaded himself in an RV on the property. Ontario Provincial Police Tactical Unit officers and a negotiator also attended. At approximately 9:30 p.m., OPP officers deployed pepper spray into the RV. The man exited the RV and was observed to have suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was transported to hospital.2 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Hamilton Arrest of Man Who Had Gun
In the evening of May 5, 2023, Hamilton Police Service officers were dispatched to the intersection of Bay Street and King Street West in Hamilton after police received a call about a man waving a gun in the area. From the driver’s side of his cruiser, the first officer on scene pointed his firearm at the 37-year-old man and ordered him to the ground. Additional officers began to arrive on scene. At some point, another officer ran towards the man from behind, and pushed him in the back with both hands. The man was knocked forward, striking his face on the ground and losing consciousness. At hospital, the man was diagnosed with a fractured 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.2 September, 2023
Officer’s Conduct was Lawful in Orillia Arrest; No Charges to Issue
On May 4, 2023, a woman attended the OPP Orillia detachment to provide a statement detailing an assault that had been perpetrated on her by a man earlier that day. When officers drove her back to her residence, one of the officers remained in the vicinity in the event the man returned. The 33-year-old man lived at the residence but had left following the assault. The officer watched as the man re-entered the ground-floor apartment. Once other officers arrived, they entered the residence. The man pushed one of the officers. An interaction ensued, and the man was eventually subdued and handcuffed. At hospital, the man was diagnosed with fractures of the nose and 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.1 September, 2023
SIU Investigating Serious Injury of Man After Police Interaction in Penetanguishene
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the serious injury of a 35-year-old man last night in Penetanguishene.1 September, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Machar Township Arrest
In the early morning of May 5, 2023, Ontario Provincial Police officers and other first responders were dispatched to a residence in Machar Township. They had been informed that a man and woman had been involved in a quarrel which became physical when the woman threatened the man with weapons. At one point, the woman had retrieved a knife and used it to stab the man several times. The man left the home just as police and paramedics were arriving. From outside the home, an officer called out to the 30-year-old woman, and the woman exited the house onto the front deck. The officer approached the woman and placed his hands on her to take her into custody, after which the two went to the ground. She was handcuffed and taken to hospital where she was diagnosed with a fractured sternum and broken 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 woman’s arrest and injuries. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.30 August, 2023
Force Used by Officers not Excessive; SIU Concludes Grimsby Investigation
In the early morning hours of May 2, 2023, Niagara Regional Police Service officers arrested a 58-year-old man on the premises of a residence in Grimsby. He was there in violation of a judicial release order. The man was taken to the ground in the course of his arrest when he approached officers in an aggressive fashion. The man was taken into custody and lodged in a police cell. About 40 minutes later, the man fell forward in his cell, striking his forehead on the floor. A special constable entered the cell to assist the man and paramedics were called. The man was taken to hospital and diagnosed with fractured vertebrae. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.30 August, 2023
Force Used by Officer to Arrest Man Legally Justified; SIU Concludes Toronto Investigation
In the afternoon of January 6, 2023, Toronto Police Service officers were dispatched to the area of Bathurst Street and St. Clair Avenue West following reports of a robbery at the TD Bank. Arriving in the area in his cruiser, an officer observed a person matching the description of the suspect that had been provided. When the officer called out to the 36-year-old man, the man fled. The officer caught up with him, and a struggle ensued. Other officers arrived and assisted in controlling and handcuffing the man. The man was seen at hospital following his arrest and 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.29 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into ARWEN Discharge at Man in Kenora
In the morning of May 1, 2023, two Ontario Provincial Police officers were on foot patrol in McLeod Park in Kenora when they came across a man lying on live railway tracks. As the officers neared the man to check on his well-being, the man rose to his feet and advanced on the officers holding a knife. The officers drew their firearms and the man turned away. Additional officers arrived on scene. There was an interaction, and one of the officers fired his Anti-riot Weapon ENfield (ARWEN) at the man, striking him in the lower back. The man, still in possession of the knife, then climbed over the railing of the bridge and sat on the ledge. After some negotiations, the man threw the knife and climbed back onto the bridge. He was arrested and taken into police custody. 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 ARWEN discharge. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.29 August, 2023
SIU Investigating Collision Involving Peel Police Cruiser in Brampton
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a 23-year-old woman was seriously injured in a collision involving a Peel Regional Police cruiser in Brampton last night. Peel Regional Police reported the incident to the SIU this morning.28 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Toronto Arrest
On April 30, 2023, a 25-year-old man was seriously injured in the course of his arrest by Toronto Police Service 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 injuries. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.28 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Burlington Arrest
In the evening of May 1, 2023, Halton Regional Police Service officers pulled over a Volkswagen Jetta without proper licence plates in Burlington. When the officers advised that his vehicle would be towed and he would be arrested, the 58-year-old man started his engine and fled. The officers chased after the man for a distance before discontinuing their pursuit. Shortly thereafter, the Jetta was located at a townhouse complex in Burlington. The officers engaged the man, and an interaction ensued. The man was subsequently arrested. When the man complained of pain, he was taken to hospital where he was diagnosed with a rib 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.26 August, 2023
SIU Finds no Basis to Charge Toronto Officers in Relation to Man’s Death Following Drug Consumption
In the morning of April 28, 2023, Toronto Police Service officers arrested a 32-year-old man who was observed in what appeared to be a drug transaction. The man was handcuffed behind his back, subjected to a search and then placed in a cruiser for transport to the police station. When the officer driving the cruiser could not see the man in his rearview mirror, the cruiser was stopped. Officers checked on the man and noticed that the man had placed a plastic bag with a white powder in his mouth. The bag was removed from the man’s mouth, and he was taken to hospital. He was pronounced deceased in the evening. 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 this case. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.25 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Oshawa Arrest
At approximately 2:30 a.m. on April 29, 2023, Durham Regional Police Service officers responded to an Oshawa residence after an individual reported that a man was in their apartment refusing to leave, and they wanted him out. Inside the apartment, an officer found the 26-year-old man hiding inside a box spring in a bedroom. The man was handcuffed, transported to the police station and lodged in a cell. When a special constable noticed that the man’s right foot was swollen, the man was taken to hospital where he was diagnosed with a fractured right ankle. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.24 August, 2023
SIU Discontinues Toronto 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 May in Toronto.23 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Kingston Police Officer Did Not Commit Offence in Relation to Man’s Arrest
In the morning of April 11, 2023, a 62-year-old man was seriously injured in the course of his arrest by Kingston 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.23 August, 2023
SIU Investigating after Cyclist Fatally Struck by Civilian Vehicle in Malton
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a woman this morning in Malton.21 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Teenager’s Death in Timmins
On April 23, 2023, a 14-year-old male passed away, the result of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. As Timmins Police Service officers were either responding to the scene, or present in the vicinity, at the time of the shooting, 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 an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the youth’s death. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.21 August, 2023
Man Did Not Suffer a Serious Injury; SIU Terminates Toronto Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 29-year-old man in July in Toronto.21 August, 2023
Man’s Injury Caused when He Lost His Footing and Fell; SIU Discontinues Mississauga Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 29-year-old man in July in Mississauga.18 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into East Garafraxa Collision Between Cruiser and Civilian Vehicle
In the morning of April 21, 2023, an off-duty officer was making his way home in a marked police vehicle. While travelling north on County Road 24, near Side Road 10 , the cruiser was struck by a southbound Volkswagen Jetta. The 30-year-old male driver of the Jetta was taken to hospital and diagnosed with multiple serious injuries, including various fractures and internal bleeding. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.18 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Fall from Bedroom Balcony in Listowel
In the evening of April 19, 2023, Ontario Provincial Police officers were dispatched to an apartment building in Listowel for a domestic disturbance call. One of the involved individuals – a 40-year-old woman – was wanted by police for breaching the terms of a judicial release order. She had removed a monitoring device from her person. When no one answered their knocks on the door, the officers entered an apartment unit and eventually located the woman hiding in a closet. She stepped out from the closet at the officers’ request and proceeded to walk past them out of the room. The officers followed her into an adjacent bedroom as she made her way onto a balcony and jumped. The woman was taken to hospital and diagnosed with multiple 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 woman’s fall. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.17 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Fatal London Collision
In the early morning hours of April 19, 2023, a London Police Service officer was on patrol when a GMC 3500HD pick-up truck caught her attention. The officer travelled behind the GMC until it fled. In the intersection of Thompson Road and Adelaide Street South, the GMC collided with a Ford F150 pick-up truck. The 62-year-old woman operating the Ford died at the scene. The 38-year-old driver of the GMC fled from the wreckage but was later captured and taken into custody. 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 and the woman’s death. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.17 August, 2023
SIU Discontinues Toronto Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the time a 61-year-old woman spent in custody on September of 2021 in Toronto. The matter was brought to the SIU’s attention on May 1, 2023.17 August, 2023
SIU Discontinues Oshawa Investigation as Woman did Not Sustain Serious Injury Within SIU Mandate
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 86-year-old woman in May in Oshawa.16 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Arrest of Man in Brampton
On April 18, 2023, a 39-year-old man suffered a fractured left collarbone and left rib in the course of his arrest in Brampton by Peel Regional Police 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.16 August, 2023
SIU Terminates Toronto Investigation; Man Fractured Foot When He Attempted to Scale Fence
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 April in Toronto.16 August, 2023
Man Fractured Finger after Striking Case of Beer; SIU Discontinues Hamilton Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 51-year-old man in April in Hamilton.15 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Arrest of Man in Windsor
On April 17, 2023, a 24-year-old man contacted the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) to report that he had suffered a serious injury in the course of his arrest by a Windsor Police Service officer on February 25, 2023. 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 man’s arrest and injury. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.11 August, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Peterborough
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 28-year-old man this afternoon in Peterborough.11 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Incident Involving Officers from Durham, York and Toronto
On April 13, 2023, a 33-year-old man was arrested with serious injuries, the culmination of a joint police operation that day involving officers with the Durham Regional Police Service, York Regional Police and the Toronto Police Service. The SIU initiated an investigation of the incident, which 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 arrest and injuries. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.11 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Discharge of ARWENs by Police at Man in Brantford
On April 13, 2023, Brantford Police Service officers were dispatched to a residence for a domestic dispute between a woman and a 34-year-old man. Officers arrived to find the man seated on the front stoop of a residence, while holding a knife up against his neck. The man was distraught and indicated he wanted to die. He cried and told the officers to shoot him. Attempts were made to communicate with the man and de-escalate the situation. The man did eventually drop the knife. However, when he quickly moved to retrieve it, he was struck with the probes of a conducted energy weapon fired by an officer. At the same time, two other officers fired a single round from their ARWENs, neither of which struck the man. Officers took the man into custody. He had suffered no serious injury. 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 their use of the ARWENs. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.11 August, 2023
Police had Nothing to do with Woman’s Injury; SIU Discontinues Barrie Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 46-year-old woman in April in Barrie.10 August, 2023
SIU Investigating Discharge of Police Firearm in North York
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the firearm discharge by a police officer yesterday in North York.10 August, 2023
SIU Lays Assault Causing Bodily Harm Charge Against Stratford Police Officer
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe a Stratford Police Service (SPS) officer committed a criminal offence in relation to an interaction with a 35-year-old man in February of 2023.9 August, 2023
SIU Investigating after Officer Discharges ARWEN at Youth in Orillia
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer discharged his Anti-riot Weapon ENfield (ARWEN) at a youth today in Orillia.9 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Dirt Bike Collision Following Pursuit by Toronto Officers
On April 10, 2023, a 20-year-old man was seriously injured in a motor vehicle collision. As the dirt bike he was operating was being pursued at the time by Toronto Police Service officers, the SIU initiated an investigation of the incident. 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 injury. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.9 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Discharge of Firearm at Man in Norwich
In the afternoon of April 10, 2023, after a report that a 44-year-old man was intending to shoot himself, Ontario Provincial Police officers responded to a residence in Norwich. Officers set up containment around the address and a crisis negotiator was enlisted to attempt to resolve the situation peacefully. As the standoff continued into April 11, 2023, the police decided on a more proactive posture after learning that the man had inflicted cuts to his neck and hands. A team entered the home and encountered the man in the kitchen. An officer ordered the man to drop the knife that he was holding, and then fired a single-round from his Anti-riot Weapon ENfield (ARWEN). The man was struck, he dropped the knife and was then bit in the shoulder by a police service dog. After being arrested, the man was taken 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 man’s arrest and injury. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.8 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest in Toronto
On April 10, 2023, a 46-year-old man lapsed into medical distress while in the custody of Toronto Police Service officers. The SIU commenced 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 incident. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.
8 August, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man Days after Ottawa Arrest
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death today of a 25-year-old man in Ottawa.6 August, 2023
SIU Investigating After Pedestrian Hit by Police Cruiser in Toronto Park
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the serious injuries suffered today by a 30-year-old man in Toronto.4 August, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Fractures in Fall from St. Catharines Overpass
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Niagara Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries suffered by a 54-year-old woman after she jumped from an overpass in St. Catharines in April.3 August, 2023
SIU Re-Opens Case Involving Reported Serious Injuries Suffered by Man in OPP Bracebridge Custody
The province’s Special Investigations Unit has re-opened a case into the reported serious injuries suffered by a 31-year-old man while he was in custody of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Bracebridge last year.
2 August, 2023
SIU Completes Investigation into Barrie Officer After Woman Fractures Skull
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Barrie Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the fractured skull suffered by a 32-year-old woman. On April 4, 2023, the officer attempted to arrest the woman under the Mental Health Act. The woman threatened officers with a drill and was struck by a conducted energy weapon discharge. She fell and suffered a serious injury.2 August, 2023
SIU Investigating Ottawa Police Officer Discharge of Less-Lethal Firearm at Man
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ottawa Police Service officer discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at a 24-year-old man in Ottawa yesterday afternoon.1 August, 2023
SIU Investigating After Toronto Police Officer Shoots Man in Scarborough
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Toronto Police Service officer shot a 25-year-old man in Scarborough early this morning.31 July, 2023
SIU Investigating Firearm Discharge by Port Hope Police Officer
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Port Hope Police Service officer shot a firearm at a pickup truck with a 30-year-old man inside yesterday afternoon.29 July, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Collision Fleeing Toronto Police Officers
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a man died in a collision while fleeing Toronto Police Service officers this afternoon.26 July, 2023
SIU Investigating After Toronto Police Officer Shot Man in Etobicoke
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Toronto Police Service officer shot a 44-year-old man last night in Etobicoke.
25 July, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Man’s Broken Heel in Ottawa
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a 27-year-old man who was diagnosed with a broken right heel after he fled and was arrested by Ottawa Police Service officers.24 July, 2023
SIU Investigating After OPP Officer Shot Less Lethal Firearm at Man in Prince Edward County
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer fired an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at a 66-year-old man in the Picton area yesterday.24 July, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death After Fall from Balcony Toronto
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the self-inflicted death of a 56-year-old man in Toronto. As officers were present and engaged with the man at the time, the SIU was notified and investigated.21 July, 2023
SIU Investigating After Man Fatally Shot by Police in London
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal police-involved shooting of a 35-year-old man this morning in London.20 July, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death After Fall from Parking Garage in Kingston
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Kingston Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the self-inflicted death of a 41-year-old man in March. As an officer had engaged with the man just prior to his fall, the SIU was notified and investigated.19 July, 2023
SIU Investigating After Man Struck by OPP Officer in Pickup Truck in Innisfil
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ontario Provincial Police officer struck and seriously injured a 30-year-old man in Innisfil this morning.19 July, 2023
SIU Investigating After Halton Police Officer Shot ARWEN at Man in Oakville
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Halton Regional Police Service officer discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at a 19-year-old man in Oakville yesterday.18 July, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Shot and Killed by York Officer in Vaughan
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a York Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the shooting death of a 25-year-old man in Vaughan last October.17 July, 2023
SIU Investigating After Halton Police Officer Shot ARWEN at Man in Oakville
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Halton Regional Police officer discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at a 22-year-old man in Oakville.17 July, 2023
SIU Investigating After OPP Officer Discharged ARWEN at Man in Brant County
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ontario Provincial Police officer discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at a 46-year-old man in a campground in Brant County early this morning.17 July, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Driver Who Crashed After Fleeing OPP Officer on Hwy 401 Near Ingersoll
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a 20-year-old man who was seriously injured in a collision after fleeing police in Oxford County.17 July, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Injuries Inflicted by London Police Dog
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a London Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries, including a severed ear, suffered by a 28-year-old man after he was bit by a police dog.17 July, 2023
Investigation Completed into Man Seriously Hurt in Arrest by Peel Officers in Brampton
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, 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 who attempted to flee in a stolen SUV in Brampton.14 July, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Injured in Around Time of Arrest by Peterborough Officer
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Peterborough Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a broken finger sustained by a 24-year-old man. The officer arrested the man for public intoxication and spitting at a security guard.
13 July, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Woman’s Injury Suffered While Fleeing Barrie Police
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a broken jaw and pelvis suffered by a 22-year-old woman who dropped from a second-floor window to evade Barrie Police Service officers in March.12 July, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Man’s Broken Hand from Punching Cell in Mississauga
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the broken right hand suffered by a 33-year-old man in April.12 July, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Man’s Seizure in Peterborough Cell
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a 47-year-old man who had been taken to hospital with an apparent seizure.12 July, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Woman’s Injury in Cruiser-Involved Collision in St. Catharines
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a reported broken right forearm suffered by a 27-year-old woman who was travelling with a Niagara Regional Police Service officer in his cruiser.12 July, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Facial Injuries During Arrest by OPP in Brant
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the facial injuries suffered by a 23-year-old man. On March 20, 2023, officers from the Brant County Detachment went to the man’s home and found him intoxicated in the garage. The man came at an officer, swinging his fists. The officer punched the man in the face several times, he fell and was handcuffed. The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the facial injuries suffered by a 23-year-old man. On March 20, 2023, officers from the Brant County Detachment went to the man’s home and found him intoxicated in the garage. The man came at an officer, swinging his fists. The officer punched the man in the face several times, he fell and was handcuffed.11 July, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Serious Injury in Kingston
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe any Kingston Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injury suffered by a 32-year-old woman last year.11 July, 2023
Investigation Ends into Broken Orbital Bone Suffered by Man in Arrest by Woodstock Police Officer
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Woodstock Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the broken left orbital bone suffered by a 36-year-old man in March.11 July, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Police Pursuit, Dog Bites Suffered by Man in Peterborough
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Peterborough Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with dog bites suffered by a 30-year-old man during his arrest following a high-speed pursuit in March.11 July, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into OPP Officer Firing ARWEN at Man in Oshawa Area
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with firing an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at a 23-year-old man. On March 13, 2023, officers were surveilling the man as he was wanted on warrants for assault and weapons charges. Officers moved in to arrest him in the area of Sam Colonel Drive and the man fled on foot before he was struck by ARWEN rounds and continued to flee. A short distance later he surrendered and was arrested. A backpack was recovered and found to contain a loaded pistol.
11 July, 2023
Investigation into Serious Injury of Man Accused of Homicide, Shooting Officers in London Concluded
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a London Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injury of a 42-year-old man during his arrest following a standoff at an apartment on Kipps Avenue. On March 13, 2023, officers were called to the apartment and found a man with stab wounds. Following a 12-hour standoff, during which the man shot at police and injured two officers, police deployed tear gas into the man’s bedroom. During his arrest, an officer struck the man with several knee and hand strikes. The man was handcuffed and taken to hospital.10 July, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Vaughan
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 29-year-old man in Vaughan today.10 July, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in St. George
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe any Ontario Provincial Police officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 67-year-old man in St. George. On March 12, 2023, the man was found deceased outside his residence. As he had interacted with police the day prior, the SIU investigated.8 July, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Woman, Serious Injury of Man in Burlington
The Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a 29-year-old man and 24-year-old woman fell from a Burlington apartment balcony last night. The woman was pronounced deceased at the scene and the man is in hospital in critical condition.7 July, 2023
Investigation Concluded into Man Seriously Hurt After Peel Regional Police Cruiser Collision in Brampton
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Peel Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a collision that seriously injured a 57-year-old man in Brampton.7 July, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Durham Officer’s Firing of Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield at Man in Uxbridge
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Durham Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) and breaking the right hand of a 40-year-old man.
7 July, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Seriously Injured in Standoff in Niagara Falls
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe two Niagara Regional Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the broken foot suffered by a 32-year-old man in Niagara Falls.
On March 9, 2023, a family member made a call to 911 about a man in mental distress who had a knife. The man barricaded himself in the house. After about five hours of trying to negotiate with the man, police forced entry into the house and later the bedroom where the man was. The man fled, tried to jump across a gap to the roof of a nearby structure and fell, breaking his right foot. He was taken into custody and taken to hospital for treatment and psychiatric examination.
7 July, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Kingston
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a man in Kingston last night.6 July, 2023
SIU Completes Investigation into Ottawa Police Officer Who Shot at Sword-Wielding Man
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ottawa Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with firing his rifle at a 44-year-old man. On March 8, 2023, the man, armed with a Samurai sword, was shot at in a confrontation with officers at a residence on Walkley Road after he did not obey commands to drop the weapon. None of the three rounds struck him. He was struck by two Conducted Energy Weapons, dropped the sword and was arrested.
6 July, 2023
SIU Lays Assault Causing Bodily Harm Charge Against Sarnia Police Officer
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe an officer with the Sarnia Police Service committed a criminal offence in connection with a serious injury suffered by a 35-year-old man. On October 23, 2022, officers responded to St. Paul’s Church on Devine Street for a reported trespass investigation. The man was arrested and subsequently diagnosed with a serious injury.4 July, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Fatal Fall in Oshawa
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe two Durham Regional Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 37-year-old man in Oshawa. On March 3, 2023, the man fell to his death from an apartment building on Simcoe Street North. Officers went to the man’s apartment after receiving a call for a man in distress. Police spoke to the man in his apartment before leaving. Less than an hour later, the man fell from a window.30 June, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Overdose in Cornwall Police Custody
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe two Cornwall Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with an overdose suffered by a 32-year-old man. On March 4, 2023, the man was arrested for breaching the terms of his release and had also committed mischief at a restaurant. The man snuck drugs into his cell and consumed it. He lapsed into medical distress and was taken to hospital for treatment of a prescription drug overdose. Director Martino noted the man was subjected to two searches prior to being put in the cells, but the man had secreted the drugs in his anus so those searches would not have been able to detect the drugs.
30 June, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Shots Exchanged Between Man, Ottawa Officers in Nepean
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe three Ottawa Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting a 28-year-old man. On March 4, 2023, officers were called to a residence on Garden Glen Private in Nepean for a call about the man being in mental distress and in possession of firearms. Officers located the man inside, behind the door and holding a gun. As the officers retreated, the man opened the door and fired in their direction. He was met with return fire, which struck and wounded his right forearm and right leg. He later surrendered and was arrested.30 June, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Arrest, Concussion in Kitchener
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe two Waterloo Regional Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with a concussion suffered by a 32-year-old woman. On February 26, 2023, the woman was arrested for intoxication after having been ejected from Elements nightclub on King Street West in Kitchener. The woman was taken to the police station and while en route to the cell, the woman kicked a special constable. The two officers reacted by pushing the woman against the wall. Following her release from custody, the woman saw a doctor on March 1 who diagnosed her with a mild concussion.30 June, 2023
Investigation into Man’s Broken Ribs During Arrest by North Bay Officer Completed
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a North Bay Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the broken rib suffered by a 33-year-old man during his arrest. On March 2, 2023, the man was arrested on outstanding warrants. While the officer attempted to handcuff him, the man resisted and the officer forced him to the ground and used a knee to keep him on the ground while waiting for another officer to arrive.30 June, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Broken Arm Suffered in Windsor Arrest
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Windsor Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the broken arm suffered by a 28-year-old woman. On March 1, 2023, officers were called to a residence in the area of Little River Road and Lauzon Road as the homeowner wanted the woman removed for doing drugs in the basement. The woman left the home and returned the following morning. Officers were again called and they arrested her for trespassing. While handcuffing her, the woman pulled her right arm forward and as the officer tried to control her right arm, he pulled it behind and her arm was fractured.
29 June, 2023
SIU Investigating ARWEN Discharge by OPP Officer in Goderich
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at a man last night in Goderich29 June, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Serious Injury in Toronto
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe two Toronto Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injury of a 62-year-old man. On December 8, 2022, the man was diagnosed with a serious injury shortly after officers went to his residence in the area of Rexdale Boulevard and Kipling Avenue in response to a 911 call about a possible domestic disturbance. While it remains unclear whether the man’s injury was inflicted before the arrival of the subject officials at his address or after their departure, Director Martino found no basis for proceeding with charges.28 June, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Serious Injuries During Arrest by OPP in Orillia
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries suffered by a 60-year-old woman during her arrest in Orillia. On February 15, 2023, the OPP went to a residence in relation to the woman who was reported to be trespassing. The woman, who was in the bathtub, did not or could not leave due to intoxication and an officer removed and arrested her. While Director Martino accepted the officer caused the woman’s right shoulder dislocation and fracture when he pulled her from the tub, there were no reasonable grounds to believe the officer comported himself other than lawfully.28 June, 2023
Investigation into Man’s Broken Ribs During Arrest in London Completed
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a London Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injury suffered by a 39-year-old man during his arrest. On March 1, 2023, officers were called to the London Public Library on Dundas Street about the man who reportedly assaulted another man. Officers told the man he was under arrest, and he refused to be handcuffed. The officer struck the man with a series of knee strikes and punches and a takedown to the ground before he was handcuffed. As a result, the man suffered fractured ribs.28 June, 2023
Investigation into Man’s Self-Inflicted Death in Kingsville Completed
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 19-year-old man after he drove his vehicle into a Kingsville waterway. On February 28, 2023, the man drove into the water at Cedar Island Drive as the OPP officer approached the vehicle he was attempting to locate. Director Martino concluded there was little the officer could do to prevent the man from entering the water and a rescue attempt would have been dangerous given the conditions.28 June, 2023
SIU Investigating After Man Shot by Officer in Burlington
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a 43-year-old man was shot by a Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) officer last night in Burlington.26 June, 2023
SIU Completes Investigation into Man with Hatchet Shot by Guelph Police Officer
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Guelph Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting a 44-year-old man.26 June, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Serious Injuries Suffered in London Police Pursuit
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a London Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries suffered by three individuals during a police pursuit.
On February 26, 2023, an officer spotted a Jeep believed to be connected in an act of violence involving the discharge of a firearm. The driver of the Jeep fled and drove through a redlight at Kipps Lane, striking a Honda HR-V. All three occupants of the Jeep were seriously injured as well as a passenger in the Honda.
25 June, 2023
SIU Investigating Fatal Police-Involved Shooting in Ottawa
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting death of a man today in Ottawa.25 June, 2023
SIU Investigating After Peel Officer Discharged Firearm at Man
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Peel Regional Police officer discharged a firearm at a man last night in Mississauga.25 June, 2023
SIU Investigating Discharge of Less-Lethal Shotguns at Man in North York
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after two Toronto Police Service (TPS) officers discharged their less-lethal shotguns at a 47-year-old man yesterday in Toronto.23 June, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Goderich
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 48-year-old man yesterday in Goderich.23 June, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Chinguacousy Park Arrest
In the evening of February 24, 2023, a family member contacted police to report concerns about the well-being of a 38-year-old man. Peel Regional Police officers were dispatched, and they located the man on a pathway in Chinguacousy Park. When the man finally removed his hands from his pockets at the request of an officer, he was holding a knife. Two officers discharged their conducted energy weapons at the man. Officers then approached the man on the ground and removed the knife from his possession and arrested him. At hospital, the man was diagnosed with a fracture to the base of his skull. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.23 June, 2023
No Charges Against Sault Ste. Marie Police Officer in Relation to Sexual Assault Complaint
On January 30, 2023, the SIU was notified of a sexual assault that was reportedly perpetrated by a Sault Ste. Marie Police Service officer against a 42-year-old man on November 4, 2021. The SIU initiated an investigation. On SIU Director Joseph Martino’s assessment of the evidence, there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the complaint of sexual assault. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.20 June, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Pickering Collision Following Police Pursuit
On February 20, 2023, a 37-year-old man was reportedly seriously injured in a motor vehicle collision in Pickering. As the vehicle he occupied was being pursued by a Durham Regional Police Service officer 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 the officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the collision. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.19 June, 2023
Investigation into Motorcycle Crash in Bowmanville Concluded
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Durham Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries suffered by a motorcyclist who fled police and crashed. On February 19, 2023, the officer attempted to stop the 41-year-old driver for speeding and operating a motorcycle without a licence. The officer ceased the pursuit after the motorcyclist sped away and later crashed. The man suffered a severed arm, multiple fractures and one leg was amputated.16 June, 2023
SIU Closes Investigation into Serious Injuries of Two Men Fleeing Toronto Police
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe Toronto Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries suffered by two men who fell from a balcony in Liberty Village. On February 17, 2023, officers went to an apartment with a search warrant during a firearm-related investigation. In and around that time, the two men, aged 27 and 31, attempted to scale down balconies to evade police. They both fell in the process and were seriously hurt.16 June, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest, Eye Injury in Wasaga Beach
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer committed a criminal offence in connection with an eye injury suffered by a 64-year-old man in Wasaga Beach. On October 17, 2023, OPP officers were dispatched to investigate dropped 911 calls from a residence. After the officers were let into the home, the man became belligerent and a physical altercation ensued during which one of the officer’s punched him multiple times in the head before he was arrested.15 June, 2023
SIU Investigating Man’s Fatal Fall from Hotel in Toronto
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 58-year-old man this morning in Toronto.14 June, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Toronto Officers, Serious Injury of Youth
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe three Toronto Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injury of a 16-year-old boy.
On February 13, 2023, the youth suffered a broken left wrist in and around the time of his arrest by the officers. The boy was arrested after he matched the description of a male who reportedly swung a machete at an officer.
14 June, 2023
Investigation Complete into Woman Hospitalized for Drinking Cleaning Solution in Niagara Falls Cell
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe any Niagara Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the hospitalization of a 32-year-old woman who ingested a toxic substance while she was in custody. On February 14, 2023, the woman slipped her arm under the cell door and took cleaning solution from a nearby cleaning cart and drank it. Paramedics were called and took the woman to hospital.14 June, 2023
Investigation Complete into Toronto Officer Who Shot Teen with Less-Lethal Shotgun
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting a less-lethal shotgun at a 15-year-old boy. On February 13, 2023, officers attempted to arrest the youth for pointing a knife at police, drivers and pedestrians in downtown Toronto. The boy was not seriously injured.12 June, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Arrest in Mississauga
In the early morning hours of February 12, 2023, a vehicle drove into a ditch between Mavis Road and the on-ramp to westbound Highway 401 from southbound Mavis Road. When both vehicle occupants admitted to drinking to a Peel Regional Police officer, a breath test was administered. The male driver blew over the legal limit and was arrested. The 44-year-old female passenger became upset and began to walk away from the officer down the ramp towards the westbound lanes of the highway, falling twice in the process. The officer caught up with the woman and placed her under arrest with the assistance of a firefighter, who had also responded to the site of the collision. The woman was transported in ambulance to hospital and diagnosed with a fractured right thumb. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.11 June, 2023
SIU Investigating Discharge of Firearms by Officers in Toronto
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the discharge of two police firearms at a vehicle today in Toronto.10 June, 2023
SIU Investigating Man’s Death After Police Interaction in Tay Township
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of an 55-year-old man this morning.9 June, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest in Pembroke
In the afternoon of February 10, 2023, Ontario Provincial Police officers were dispatched to a call involving an assault in progress at a residence in Pembroke. When an officer informed a 42-year-old man that he was under arrest for assault and uttering threats, the man surrendered his arms and allowed himself to be handcuffed behind the back without incident. The man was taken to the OPP detachment, held in custody for a brief period, and released. He attended hospital the next day where diagnostic imaging, though inconclusive, suggested he might have suffered a fracture of the left 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 arrest and diagnosis. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.8 June, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Fall from Toronto Apartment Balcony
In the early morning of February 8, 2023, Toronto Police Service officers were dispatched to an apartment on Ellesmere Road in connection with a domestic disturbance. Once becoming aware that officers were at the door of the apartment unit, a 26-year-old man fled to the balcony where he planned to scale down balcony netting to avoid apprehension. In the process, the man fell and landed on the ground below. The man was transported to hospital and diagnosed with multiple internal injuries. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.8 June, 2023
Hamilton Police Officer Charged in Sexual Assault Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe that a Hamilton Police Service officer committed a criminal offence between February 2022 and April 2022 against a woman. Director Martino has caused a charge to be laid against the officer.3 June, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest, Hospitalization in Mississauga
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe a Peel Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a 38-year-old man who was arrested and later hospitalized. On February 3, 2023, officers arrested the man in the area of Square One mall and later took him to hospital where he was treated for a drug overdose and high blood pressure.3 June, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Self-Inflicted Death in Barrie
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe a Barrie Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the self-inflicted death of a 35-year-old man in Barrie. As police officers were on scene at the time of the shooting on February 4, 2023, the SIU was notified and investigated.2 June, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Etobicoke
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 39-year-old man in Etobicoke.1 June, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Cameron
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 37-year-old man this morning in Cameron.31 May, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Man’s Broken Wrist; Toronto Police Officers Not Involved
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the broken right wrist suffered by a 33-year-old man before his arrest by Toronto Police Service officers this month.
The man was arrested by security guards at Canadian Tire on Eglinton Avenue East on May 14, 2023. He resisted and was grounded by one of the guards, breaking his wrist. Toronto Police officers attended and took custody of the man. He was later taken to hospital.
30 May, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Discharge of Less-Lethal Firearms by Two Officers in Milton
On January 30, 2023, two Halton Regional Police Service officers fired less-lethal firearms in the course of an encounter with a 43-year-old man. The SIU 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 discharge of their weapons. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.30 May, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Arrest of Man in Sudbury
On October 2, 2022, a 23-year-old man was seriously injured in the course of his arrest by Greater Sudbury Police Service 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.30 May, 2023
Update on SIU Investigation into Shooting Death of Man in Stoney Creek
The province’s Special Investigations Unit continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting death of a 57-year-old man this weekend in Stoney Creek.30 May, 2023
SIU Investigating Police-Involved Shooting of Man in Brant
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the police-involved shooting of a 27-year-old man yesterday in Brant.28 May, 2023
SIU Appealing for Witnesses to Oshawa Collision between Civilian Vehicle and Police Cruiser
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a collision in Oshawa yesterday that resulted in a serious injury to a 33-year-old woman.28 May, 2023
SIU Investigating Fatal Police-Involved Shooting of Man in Stoney Creek
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the shooting death of a 57-year-old man last night in Stoney Creek.26 May, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woodstock Collision
In the evening of January 25, 2023, Woodstock Police Service officers were dispatched to the west side of town after an individual called 911 to report seeing a vehicle being operated recklessly. By the time police cruisers discovered the vehicle’s location, the 31-year-old male driver had struck multiple vehicles and collided with other structures along the roadway. When the driver attempted to navigate around a police cruiser, the man lost control of his vehicle and slid into a another cruiser. Officers forcibly removed the man from the vehicle, after which he was handcuffed and taken into custody. He was taken to hospital and diagnosed with a fractured spine. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.26 May, 2023
SIU Discontinues Kenora Investigation; Woman’s Injury Not Serious
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into an injury suffered by a 29-year-old woman last month in Kenora.25 May, 2023
No Charges for OPP Officer After Woman’s Arm Broken in Orangeville Arrest
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a broken right arm suffered by a 46-year-old woman in Orangeville. On January 25, 2023, officers went to the woman’s home following a call to police reporting that a man had been assaulted by the woman. While an officer attempted to arrest her, she resisted and dropped to the floor while the officer held her right arm behind her back.24 May, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Woman in Kingston
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 59-year-old woman in Kingston last night.24 May, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in St. Catharines
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 35-year-old man early this morning in St. Catharines.19 May, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman’s Medical Episode in Sioux Lookout
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a 19-year-old woman who lapsed into medical distress while in custody. On January 20, 2023, the woman was arrested in Sioux Lookout on a warrant. She was lodged in a cell and had drugs in her possession. At her bail hearing, the justice expressed concerns about her and she was taken to a medical centre for treatment.19 May, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in South River
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 31-year-old man in South River. On January 19, 2023, the man died after falling from an overpass at Highway 11. The SIU investigated as an OPP officer was on scene at the time. The officer attempted to communicate with the man, called for an ambulance to stage nearby and immediately rendered CPR after the fall.19 May, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest and Injury in Toronto
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest and serious injury of a 52-year-old man. On January 21, 2023, officers went to an apartment at Royal York Road and Lakeshore Boulevard West after receiving a 911 call. During the man’s arrest, the man struggled, was struck with a knee by the subject official, taken down to the floor and handcuffed. Reportedly, the man had violently assaulted a woman and was in possession of a knife. The man was taken to hospital and diagnosed with a left-sided rib fracture.18 May, 2023
SIU Completes Investigation into Kingston Officers After Man Injured in Arrest
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe three Kingston Police officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injury of a 22-year-old man. On January 22, 2023, officers arrested the man for impaired driving in the area of Division Street and Johnston Street in Kingston. The man resisted, officers struck the man multiple times and an officer fired his Conducted Energy Weapon. A loaded handgun was found in the man’s waistband. The man was diagnosed with a fractured jaw.17 May, 2023
Investigation Concluded into Cornwall Police Officers After Man Hurt
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe two Cornwall Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest and serious injury of a 59-year-old man. On January 17, 2023, officers were dispatched to a residential building on Second Street West. The man reportedly assaulted a man with a bat. Officers pulled the man to the ground from the doorway of his residence and arrested him. He was diagnosed with a fractured left clavicle. While Director Martino accepted that the man’s injury was the result of his fall to the ground, he found no reasonable grounds to believe that it was attributable to unlawful conduct by the officers.
16 May, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest and Injury in Vaughan
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injury suffered by a 29-year-old man during his arrest in Vaughan. On January 15, 2023, 911 calls were received from a woman who reported having been confined and repeatedly assaulted by the man. Officers attempted to arrest the man, who resisted, and a struggle ensued. The man suffered a broken nose.16 May, 2023
SIU Investigating Discharge of Firearm by Police Officer During Bourget Interaction
On May 11, 2023, three Ontario Provincial Police officers attended a home on Laval Street in Bourget for an investigation. Shortly after, all three officers were shot by a 39-year-old man. One of the officers, Sgt. Eric Mueller, succumbed to his injuries. The other two officers were taken to hospital for treatment.16 May, 2023
Due to no Serious Injury, SIU Terminates Sudbury Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the arrest of a 48-year-old man in Sudbury last month by Greater Sudbury Police Service officers.16 May, 2023
SIU Discontinues Owen Sound Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into an incident that occurred last month in Owen Sound.15 May, 2023
SIU Investigating Oshawa Collision Between Cruiser and Civilian Vehicle
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the serious injury suffered by an 86-year-old woman yesterday in Oshawa.10 May, 2023
SIU Investigating Fatal Police-Involved Shooting in Toronto
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting death of a 40-year-old man this afternoon in Toronto.10 May, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Discharge of ARWEN by Police Officer in Brantford
On January 10, 2023, bylaw officers were investigating a report of a man who had set up camp in a park. The 39-year-old man confronted the officers and threatened to shoot them. The bylaw officers called 911 to report the incident. Brantford Police Service officers located the man. When an officer asked the man to show his hands, he did. However, the man refused to get on his knees and instead became argumentative. The man eventually got to his knees, but then refused to lie prone on the ground. Another officer discharged his Anti-Riot Weapon EnField at the man, and the man was struck. The man was rushed by officers and handcuffed behind his back. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.9 May, 2023
SIU Investigating Shooting Death of Man in Kirkland Lake
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting death of a 66-year-old man this morning in Kirkland Lake.9 May, 2023
SIU Discontinues Toronto Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into an interaction that occurred in January between Toronto Police Service officers and a 23-year-old man.8 May, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Hamilton Arrest
In the early afternoon of January 9, 2023, Hamilton Police Service officers in a cruiser stopped a vehicle that had been at a suspected drug house. As the officers dealt with the driver of the vehicle, the passenger exited the vehicle and began to walk away. When the officers located the man a short time later, one of the officers exited the cruiser and told the man he was under arrest. A struggle ensued in which the officer delivered several punches to the man. The man was eventually handcuffed. The man complained of pain to his face, and at hospital he was diagnosed with fractures of the nose. 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 52-year-old man’s arrest and injuries. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.8 May, 2023
SIU Appealing for Witnesses to Man’s Arrest in St. Catharines; Man Pronounced Deceased Days Later
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 57-year-old man this weekend in St. Catharines.5 May, 2023
SIU Closes File Regarding Woman’s Arrest in Mississauga
On November 12, 2022, a 70-year-old woman was seriously injured during her apprehension by Peel Regional Police officers in Mississauga. 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 injury. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.5 May, 2023
SIU Determines no Reasonable Grounds to Charge Officer in Relation to Caistor Centre Arrest
On December 4, 2022, a 43-year-old man was arrested by Niagara Regional Police Service officers at his home in Caistor Centre. As he was subsequently diagnosed with a serious injury that could have been incurred in the course of his arrest, 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.5 May, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Richmond Hill Arrest
On January 6, 2023, a 36-year-old man was seriously injured during his arrest by York Regional Police officers in Richmond Hill. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.5 May, 2023
Toronto Police Officer Charged in Sexual Assault Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe that a Toronto Police Service officer committed criminal offences against a woman on May 19, 2022. Director Martino has caused charges to be laid against the officer.4 May, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Windsor Arrest of Woman
In the evening of January 2, 2023, an off-duty Windsor Police Service officer observed a woman spraying a message on the doors of a church located at Banwell Road and McHugh Street / McNorton Street. The officer contacted the police service, and then proceeded to follow the woman when she began to walk away. Instead of stopping when ordered to do so, the woman picked up her pace. The officer caught up to her and in interaction ensued. The officer kept her there until other officers arrived. The following day, the 42-year-old woman went to hospital and was eventually diagnosed with a fractured right hip. 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 arrest and injury. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.4 May, 2023
SIU Concludes Thunder Bay Investigation into Man’s Arrest
On January 5, 2023, the Thunder Bay Police Service notified the SIU that they were recently in receipt of information in which it was reported that officers had assaulted a 44-year-old man in the course of his arrest on December 19, 2021. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.3 May, 2023
SIU Finds No Charges Warranted Against Officer in Relation to Thunder Bay Collision
On January 4, 2023, a 35-year-old man was seriously injured in a motor vehicle collision in Thunder Bay. As the vehicle he was operating had briefly been pursued by a Thunder Bay Police Service officer moments before the collision, 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.
2 May, 2023
SIU Appealing for Witnesses to Toronto Arrest
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the arrest of a 25-year-old man this weekend in Toronto.1 May, 2023
SIU Investigating ARWEN Discharge by OPP Officer in Kenora
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer with the Kenora detachment discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at a 40-year-old man today.1 May, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Barrie Collision that Resulted in Injuries to Four People
In the evening of January 1, 2023, a Barrie Police Service officer was operating a marked police cruiser on routine patrol travelling north on Yonge Street. His passenger was another officer. When an Infiniti sped past the cruiser, the officer activated his emergency lights and accelerated after the Infiniti. Soon after, the driver of the Infiniti lost control, left the roadway, and struck a concrete utility pole. Continuing further a short distance, the vehicle came to rest on the grass boulevard. Each of the four occupants of the Infiniti was taken to hospital where they were treated for various fractures. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer operating the cruiser committed a criminal offence in connection with the collision. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.1 May, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Fall from Bridge in Hamilton
In the afternoon of January 1, 2023, the Hamilton Police Service received a 911 call from a 57-year-old man asking that traffic be stopped below the King Street East bridge over Kenilworth Avenue South, as he intended to jump from the bridge to end his life. Once officers arrived on scene, they attempted to speak with the man. Meanwhile, the Mobile Crisis Rapid Response Team (MCRRT) unit was asked to attend at the scene to take carriage of the matter. While officers encourage the man not to jump, and while the MCRRT was en route, the man sat on the ledge and, after a short period, pushed himself off the bridge. The man was transported to hospital where he was diagnosed with fractures of the right femur, right pelvis bone and left hip bone, and a tear to the bladder. 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 fall and injuries. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.29 April, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Toronto
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 32-year-old man yesterday in Toronto.28 April, 2023
SIU Concludes Kitchener Investigation into Cruiser and Bicycle Crash
In the early morning of December 19, 2022, Waterloo Regional Police Service officers were dispatched to a Kitchener construction site for a theft in progress. An officer called out to a man who was walking away from the site with his bike, but the man refused to stop. The man then climbed onto the bike and began to ride away. Shortly after, another officer in a cruiser spotted the man. Within moments, the man’s bike and the cruiser collided. In hospital, the 30-year-old man was diagnosed with multiple left-sided rib fractures and a hemothorax. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.28 April, 2023
No Charges to Issue Against St. Thomas Police Service Officer in Relation to Man’s Arrest
On December 29, 2022, a 20-year-old man was arrested by St. Thomas Police Service officers, taken to hospital, and diagnosed with a fractured right clavicle. The SIU’s 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 serious injury. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.26 April, 2023
No Basis to Proceed with Charges in Relation to Youth’s Arrest and Injury in Toronto
On December 27, 2022, a 14-year-old male was seriously injured in the course of his arrest by Toronto Police Service officers. Two of the officers were identified as the subject officials in the ensuing SIU investigation. 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 youth’s arrest and injury. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.26 April, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Milton Vehicle Collision
On December 26, 2022, a 21-year-old man was seriously injured in a motor vehicle collision in Milton. As the vehicle he was operating had been pursued moments before by Halton Regional Police Service officers, 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 collision and the man’s injuries. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.26 April, 2023
SIU Lays Charge Against Thunder Bay Police Service Officer
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe a Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) officer committed a criminal offence in November of 2022.25 April, 2023
SIU Lays Charge Against Toronto Police Officer
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in Toronto.
24 April, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Falling Death of Man in North York
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service (TPS) officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 34-year-old man. On December 25, 2022, the man died following a fall from the balcony of a high-rise apartment building.24 April, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Youth in Timmins
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a youth in Timmins yesterday.24 April, 2023
Update: Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle in Ottawa Passes Away
A 46-year-old man who was struck by a vehicle in Ottawa died on Friday, April 21, 2023.
The man was taken to hospital and was in the Intensive Care Unit after the incident on the night of April 15, 2023. The SIU investigation is ongoing.
22 April, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Durham Officer After Man Injured in Fall
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe a Durham Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injury suffered by an 18-year-old man in Oshawa. On December 22, 2022, the man was seriously injured when he jumped from a second-story window. As officers were on scene, the SIU investigated. The man was diagnosed with a spinal fracture from the fall, and self-inflicted stab wounds.21 April, 2023
SIU Completes Investigation into Windsor Police Officers’ Arrest, Injury of Man
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe two Windsor Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injury suffered by a 58-year-old man. On December 21, 2022, officers were called to an apartment in Riverside following a 911 call about a man refusing to leave and fighting with a resident. The man refused officers’ direction to leave and struck an officer. Officers struck the man several times and forced him down twice.19 April, 2023
SIU Investigating Fatal Vehicle Collision in London
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a woman earlier today in London.17 April, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Shooting Death of Man at Vaughan Condominium
On the evening of December 18, 2022, York Regional Police received 911 calls from residents of a condominium building in Vaughan reporting an active shooter in the complex. One of the first officers on scene located the shooter in the hallway of one of the floors. When the man refused to drop his pistol, and instead raised the hand holding the pistol as if readying to point it at the officer, the officer discharged his weapon four times. The man was struck. Despite officers administering first-aid, the man succumbed to his injuries at the scene. Five other people were found deceased on three different floors of the building. 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 shooting. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.16 April, 2023
SIU Investigating after Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle in Ottawa
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the serious injuries suffered by a 46-year-old man last night in Ottawa.14 April, 2023
SIU Seeking Witnesses of Dirt Bike Riders Who Fled Toronto Police
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a 20-year-old man was seriously injured in a dirt bike crash while fleeing police the night of Monday, April 10, 2023.14 April, 2023
SIU Investigating After Brantford Police Officers Shot Anti-Riot Weapons at Man in Brantford
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after two Brantford Police Service officers discharged Anti-Riot Weapon Enfields (ARWEN) at a 34-year-old man in Brantford yesterday.14 April, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Owen Sound Arrest
Shortly after 4 a.m. on December 16, 2022, an Owen Sound Police Service officer observed a 23-year-old man in the downtown area who was in violation of a release order curfew condition. When the officer advised the man that he was under arrest, the man ignored the officer and walked away. A struggle ensud, and the officer punched the man two to three times in the face. With the assistance of another officer arriving at the scene, and after some further struggle, the man was eventually handcuffed. He was transported to the police station and then to hospital where 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. As there was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, the file has been closed.13 April, 2023
SIU Investigating After Police Pursuit of Man in Stolen Delivery Truck in Toronto
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a 33-year-old man was seriously injured and arrested following a police pursuit of a stolen delivery truck in Toronto this afternoon.12 April, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Toronto Arrest
On December 12, 2022, a 45-year-old man was seriously injured in the course of his arrest by Toronto Police Service officers in Toronto. Two of those officers were identified as the subject officials in the ensuing SIU investigation. On SIU Director Joseph Martino’s assessment of the evidence, there were no reasonable grounds to believe that either subject official committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injury. As there was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges, the file has been closed.11 April, 2023
SIU Investigating After OPP Officer Shot ARWEN at Man in Norwich
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer shot an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at a 44-year-old man in Norwich early this morning.10 April, 2023
SIU Investigating After Woman Falls from Bridge in St. Catharines
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the serious injuries suffered by a 54-year-old woman after she fell from an overpass on the Queen Elizabeth Way at Niagara Street yesterday afternoon.6 April, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Injured in Crash While Fleeing OPP in Essex County
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries suffered by a 28-year-old man when he crashed his pickup truck into a ditch while fleeing police on Highway 3 in Essex County last December.4 April, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest and Injuries in Petrolia
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe two Ontario Provincial Police officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest and serious injuries suffered by a 49-year-old man in Petrolia. On December 10, 2022, officers attempted to arrest the man after he was found to be in breach of a court order. The man resisted arrest and tried to flee. An officer tackled the man, and officers punched and kicked him before he was handcuffed and taken to hospital.2 April, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Brampton
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 34-year-old man early this morning in Brampton.31 March, 2023
SIU Determines No Charges to Issue in Relation to Ottawa Incident
On December 3, 2022, a 56-year-old man suffered a self-inflicted serious injury while engaged with three Ottawa Police Service officers. Two of the officers were identified as subject officials for purposes of the ensuing SIU investigation. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to conclude that either officer comported himself other than lawfully in their dealings with the man. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.31 March, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Discharge of Firearm at Man by Windsor Police Officer
On December 1, 2022, a 42-year-old man was shot with a less-lethal projectile fired by a Windsor Police Service officer. While the man was not seriously injured, the SIU’s mandate was invoked because a firearm had been discharged. 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 incident. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.31 March, 2023
SIU Investigating OPP Officer-Involved Collision on Hwy 401 near Ingersoll
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a man was seriously injured in a collision after fleeing from an Ontario Provincial Police officer on Highway 401 in Oxford County last night.30 March, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in North York
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 56-year-old man this afternoon.28 March, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Belleville Police Pursuit Preceding Collision
In the evening of November 27, 2022, a Belleville Police Service officer was working a spot check when a pick-up truck arrived at the spot check and initially came to a stop before it accelerated away. The officer alerted the officers of what had occurred, entered her cruiser, and chased after the pick-up truck. Shortly after, the pick-up truck collided into the rear end of another vehicle before travelling a further short distance and striking the wall of a business. The 35-year old driver of the pick-up truck exited the vehicle and fled on foot. He was located by officers and taken into custody. Following his arrest, the man was taken to hospital and diagnosed with a fractured right wrist. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the pursuing officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s injury.28 March, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Toronto Arrest
In the late afternoon of November 27, 2022, Toronto Police Service officers were dispatched to a motel on Kingston Road in Toronto following a 911 call to police regarding an armed robbery. Officers set up a perimeter around the area, and with the help of a police dog, the man was located hiding in a refuse bin situated by the front of a nearby home. One of the officers fired his conducted energy weapon at the man and he was quickly grounded before being handcuffed and taken into custody. The man was taken to the police station and then to hospital, where he was diagnosed with a broken nose. While accepting that the man’s broken nose was incurred as he was being arrested by officers, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there was insufficient evidence to reasonably conclude with any confidence that the man was subjected to excessive force. As such, there was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case. The file has been closed.27 March, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Self-Inflicted Death in Wellington North
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 47-year-old man in Kenilworth last November. As his body had been discovered by an OPP officer, and OPP officers may have been present outside the home at the time of his death, the SIU investigated.25 March, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Shot and Killed by Police Officers in Markham
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe two York Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting two men, both 23, killing one of them.24 March, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest, Injury in Timmins
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe a Timmins Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the arrest and broken nose suffered by a 26-year-old man.22 March, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Kingston Following Fall from Parking Garage
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a man this morning in Kingston.22 March, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into York Officer for Man’s Arrest, Injuries in Barrie
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe that a York Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries suffered by a 26-year-old man during his arrest in Barrie.22 March, 2023
SIU Investigating Collision in Centre Wellington
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the serious injury suffered by a 43-year-old man overnight in Centre Wellington.22 March, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Woman Reportedly Injured by Toronto Police Officers
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the reported injury suffered by a 29-year-old woman in an interaction with Toronto Police Service officers in Scarborough.21 March, 2023
SIU Investigating Peterborough Incident
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the serious injuries suffered by a 30-year-old man on the weekend in Peterborough.17 March, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into OPP Officer Involved Collision in New Tecumseth Area
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe that an Ontario Provincial Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a collision that seriously injured an 18-year-old man. On November 22, 2022, the subject official was patrolling Highway 89 in an unmarked cruiser and pursued a driver for speeding. The driver fled before losing control, hitting the ditch and rolling the car. A passenger in the car broke his jaw. Director Martino was not satisfied that the officer’s conduct departed markedly from a reasonable standard of care such as to render it criminal.16 March, 2023
SIU Discontinues Pikangikum First Nation Investigation
On March 19, 2021, the Ontario Provincial Police notified the SIU of reports of inappropriate behaviour by one or more of their members against Indigenous female prisoners at their Pikangikum Detachment. The SIU initiated an investigation.15 March, 2023
SIU Ceases Investigation into Man Bit by Windsor Police Dog
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the dog bite injury of a 36-year-old man during his arrest by a Windsor Police Service officer.
14 March, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Man Allegedly Seriously Injured in Arrest by Toronto Police Officers
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the alleged serious injury suffered by a 30-year-old man during his arrest by Toronto Police Service officers in North York last month.14 March, 2023
SIU Investigating Serious Injury of Man Accused of Homicide, Shooting Officers in London
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a 42-year-old man suffered a serious injury in the course of his arrest by London Police Service officers on Saturday. The SIU launched an investigation after being notified of the injury yesterday (March 13, 2023).13 March, 2023
SIU Investigating After OPP Officer Fires ARWEN at Man in Oshawa Area
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at a 23-year-old man this afternoon.13 March, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation After Two Hurt in Collision with Car Fleeing Toronto Police
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe that a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries suffered by a couple involved in a collision with a car being pursued by the officer. On November 21, 2022, the man and woman, both 64, suffered multiple fractures when they were struck by a man driving a Dodge Challenger at Kipling Avenue. At the time of the crash, the driver of the Challenger was being pursued by an officer driving a marked cruiser as he was speeding and cutting off other motorists.13 March, 2023
OPP Officer Faces Charges in Relation to Orillia Shooting
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit (SIU), Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe that an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer committed criminal offences in relation to a shooting that occurred in August of 2022 in Orillia.12 March, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in St. George
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 67-year-old man in St. George.11 March, 2023
SIU Investigating Peel Police Officer-Involved Crash in Brampton
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating a collision involving a Peel Regional Police cruiser and another vehicle in Brampton that seriously injured a 57-year-old man early this morning10 March, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Elderly Woman Injured by OPP Officer in Corunna Collision
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe that an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer committed a criminal offence after the officer struck and seriously injured an 82-year-old woman in Corunna. On November 16, 2022, the woman was in a crosswalk when the officer made a left-hand turn and struck her at the intersection of St. Clair Boulevard and St. Clair Parkway. The woman suffered serious fractures of her left leg.10 March, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Injury After Police Pursuit in Kingston
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe that a Kingston Police officer committed a criminal offence after a 31-year-old man was seriously injured in a collision that followed a pursuit last November.10 March, 2023
SIU Terminates Investigation into Injury Suffered by Man Fleeing from Officer in Timmins
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 41-year-old man while attempting to flee from a Timmins Police Service officer last month. On February 20, 2023, an officer attempted to apprehend the man at a coffee shop on McIntyre Road as there was a warrant for his arrest. The man rose to his feet and turned his back as if preparing to surrender his hands to be handcuffed. Before the officer could handcuff him, the man fled and slipped at the front door, breaking his right ankle. The officer followed and slipped, falling on top of the man. The man was arrested and taken to hospital.10 March, 2023
SIU Investigating Discharge of ARWEN at Man in Uxbridge
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) officer discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) yesterday at a 40-year-old man.8 March, 2023
SIU Investigating Discharge of Firearm at Man in Ottawa
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the discharge of a firearm by a police officer at a man today in Ottawa.8 March, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Oshawa
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 37-year-old man last week in Oshawa.5 March, 2023
SIU Investigating Police-Involved Shooting in Nepean
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a police-involved shooting that occurred last night in Nepean.3 March, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Arrest of Man in Bracebridge
On November 2, 2022, an individual requested that police check on the well-being of a 20-year-old man as they were concerned the man would harm himself. Two Ontario Provincial Police officers arrived at a motel room in Bracebridge and spoke with the man. While he was initially receptive to the idea of accompanying the officers to hospital for a mental health assessment, he later became defiant. The man was handcuffed and searched, after which he spat at the officers. The man was taken down to the floor and arrested for having assaulted a peace officer. Following his arrest, the man was transported to the detachment and lodged in a cell. When he complained of pain to a leg, the man was taken to hospital and diagnosed with a fractured right knee. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.2 March, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Vaughan Police-Involved Shooting
On November 2, 2022, a 44-year-old man was shot and seriously injured by two York Regional Police officers in Vaughan. The officers were identified as the subject officials in the ensuing SIU investigation. 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 shooting. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.1 March, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Injury Suffered by Man while in Windsor Cell
On October 31, 2022, a 57-year-old man was in a cell in the Southwest Detention Centre in relation to his arrest for causing damage to a vehicle. When the man wouldn’t exit the cell to be transferred to the correctional facility, officers with Windsor Police Service were notified. After trying to reason with the man, officers entered the cell and an interaction ensued. The man was eventually handcuffed and taken to hospital where he was diagnosed with two right lateral rib fractures. 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 injury. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.28 February, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Kingsville
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a man in Kingsville this morning.28 February, 2023
SIU Investigating After Four People Injured in London Collision
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after four people were injured in a collision after a driver fled from a London Police Service officer on Sunday night.27 February, 2023
SIU Investigating After Toronto Police Officer Shoots Man
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Toronto Police Service officer shot a man in Toronto this morning.26 February, 2023
SIU Investigating After Officer Shoots Man in Guelph
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Guelph Police Service officer shot a 44-year-old man in Guelph this afternoon.24 February, 2023
SIU Appealing for Witnesses in Two Separate Durham Region Collisions
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is appealing for witnesses to two incidents that occurred in Durham Region last weekend.24 February, 2023
SIU Concludes Barrie Investigation
On October 27, 2022, a 24-year-old man was seriously injured in the course of his arrest by a Barrie 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 injury. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.24 February, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Innisfil Interaction
On October 26, 2022, the Barrie Police Service became aware that an 85-year-old man, who suffered from dementia, had gone missing from a retirement home in Barrie. An officer located the man in Innisfil. The man was sitting in the driver’s seat of a car parked in the driveway of a home. When the man refused to give up the key when asked by the officer, and then moved to insert the key in the ignition, the officer grabbed the man by the upper left arm to remove him from the driver’s seat. The man complained that his left arm hurt. At hospital, he was diagnosed with a fractured left humerus. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.24 February, 2023
SIU Finds No Grounds to Charge Officers in Relation to Arrest of Woman in Toronto
On October 27, 2022, building staff contacted police to report that a woman was refusing to vacate her room, despite the room being scheduled for a fumigation. Officers arrived at the building and explained to the 57-year-old woman why she had to leave and gave her 15 minutes to pack her belongings. When she still wouldn’t leave, the officers approached the woman and attempted to lift her from the chair in which she was sitting. In the course of a struggle, the woman lost her balance, falling face first onto the floor and suffering a broken nose in the process. SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to conclude that any officer comported themselves other than lawfully in their dealings with the woman. As there was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges, the file has been closed.24 February, 2023
No Charges to Issue in Relation to St. Catharines Arrest
In the early morning hours of October 29, 2022, Niagara Regional Police Service officers became aware of a fight in the area of St. Paul and James Streets, in St. Catharines. Officers located one of the individuals, and a foot pursuit ensued. An officer caught up to the 24-year-old man and took him to the ground. There was a struggle, but the man was eventually subdued with the help of other officers that had arrived. The man was later transported to hospital where he was diagnosed with a fractured right clavicle. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.23 February, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Kitchener Interaction
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into an interaction that occurred in March of 2022 between a 40-year-old man and a Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) officer. The SIU was notified of the incident by the police service on December 8, 2022.22 February, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Fall from Balcony in Toronto
On October 25, 2022, Toronto Police Service officers were dispatched to a high-rise apartment building after an individual reported that a 31-year-old man was screaming and throwing things from a fifth-floor balcony. In the presence of police, the man climbed over the balcony railing, moved across the outside ledge of the balcony, attempted to climb down to a balcony below, and fell to the ground. He was transported to hospital where he was diagnosed with multiple fractures and a collapsed lung. 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. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.21 February, 2023
No Charges to Issue in Relation to Man’s Fall from Roof of Home in Brantford
In the evening of October 24, 2022, the mother of a 23-year-old man called police to report that her son was on the roof of their home and threatening to end his life. Within moments, two Brantford Police Service officers arrived on scene without the use of their emergency equipment, appreciating that their presence might precipitate rash behaviour by the man. When the man saw the officers, he ran towards the corner of the roof and jumped, landing on the ground below. The officers applied first-aid pending the arrival of paramedics. At hospital, the man was treated for a brain injury and multiple fractures. 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 injuries. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.21 February, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into London Collision
On the morning of October 24, 2022, a London Police Service officer did a licence plate check on a van and learned that the van had been reported stolen. The officer radioed to nearby police officers that the van was headed in their direction. Officers deployed spike belts on the road, and the van traveled over the belts and damaged one or both of the passenger side tires. The initial officer continued to follow the van, and a short time later, the van struck an SUV. The driver of the SUV – a 48-year-old man – was transported to hospital and diagnosed with fractured ribs and a punctured 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 collision and the man’s injuries. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.20 February, 2023
SIU Investigating Pickering Collision
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a collision early this morning that resulted in a serious injury to a 37-year-old man.18 February, 2023
SIU Investigating After Two Men Seriously Injured in Fall from Toronto Apartment Building
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the serious injuries suffered by two men after both fell last night from an apartment balcony in Toronto.17 February, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Officer’s Discharge of Less-Lethal Shotgun at Man in Scarborough
On October 20, 2022, emergency personnel, including Toronto Police Service officers, were dispatched to a Scarborough apartment building following 911 calls reporting a possible fire in a unit. In the course of an interaction with a 45-year-old man who occupied the unit, an officer fired her less-lethal firearm at him. On SIU Director Joseph Martino’s assessment of the evidence, there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the discharge of her firearm. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.16 February, 2023
SIU Completes Investigation into Man’s Fatal Fall in Toronto
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 32-year-old man in Toronto last October. On October 13, 2022, officers were on scene and spoke to the man before he fell to his death from the window of a high-rise apartment building on Finch Avenue West.14 February, 2023
SIU Investigating Serious Injuries Suffered by Youth After Arrest in Toronto
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a 16-year-old boy suffered serious injuries following his arrest by Toronto Police Service officers.14 February, 2023
SIU Investigating After Toronto Officer Fires Less-Lethal Shotgun at Youth
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Toronto Police Service officer fired a less-lethal shotgun at a 15-year-old boy armed with a knife in downtown Toronto early this morning.10 February, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Woman Hit by Police Vehicle in Burlington
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe that a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries suffered by an 85-year-old woman struck by a police vehicle in Burlington. On October 14, 2022, the woman was hit while in a crosswalk near Joseph Brant Hospital.10 February, 2023
SIU Terminates Investigation into Man’s Dog Bite Injury During Arrest in Trent Hills
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 40-year-old man during his arrest in Trent Hills last month.10 February, 2023
SIU Appealing for Witnesses to Brantford Arrest
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is appealing for witnesses to a collision and the arrest of a 25-year-old man in Brantford in mid-January.10 February, 2023
Toronto Police Officer Charged with Manslaughter in Connection to Death of Chadd Facey
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe that a Toronto Police Service officer, while off-duty at the time, committed criminal offences in connection with the death of 19-year-old Chadd Facey in April of 2021. Director Martino has caused charges to be laid against the officer.9 February, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Durham Police Cruiser Collision in Ajax
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe that a Durham Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries suffered by two women in a collision in Ajax last October. Their vehicle was struck by a police cruiser driven by the officer.8 February, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Self-Inflicted Death of Man in Innisfil After Exchange of Gunfire with South Simcoe Officer
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe that a South Simcoe Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the self-inflicted death of a 22-year-old man in Innisfil last October. The SIU investigated as the man’s death occurred in the context of an exchange of gunfire involving the officer. The man fatally shot two officers and turned the gun on himself.8 February, 2023
Former Sudbury Police Officer Charged in Sexual Assault Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe that a former Greater Sudbury Police Service officer committed criminal offences in 2007 against a young person. Director Martino has caused charges to be laid against the retired officer.7 February, 2023
SIU Appealing for Witnesses to Arrest at Stratford Transit Terminal
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the arrest of a 34-year-old man last week in Stratford.7 February, 2023
Officer Did Nothing to Cause or Contribute to Man’s Fall; SIU Discontinues Toronto Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 39-year-old man in December in Toronto.6 February, 2023
No Charges Against Sudbury Officer in Relation to Sexual Assault Allegation
On October 2, 2022, the Greater Sudbury Police Service contacted the SIU to report that they were in receipt of information in which it was alleged that a 23-year-old man had been sexually assaulted by a police officer after his arrest earlier that day. The SIU initiated an investigation. On SIU Director Joseph Martino’s assessment of the evidence, there were no reasonable grounds to believe that an officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the complaint of sexual assault.4 February, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Barrie
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 35-year-old man this afternoon in Barrie.
3 February, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Burlington Arrest
On October 1, 2022, a 45-year-old man was taken into custody by Halton Regional Police Service officers for impaired driving. In the course of his arrest, the man reportedly suffered serious injuries. On his assessment of the evidence, SIU Director Joseph Martino found there were no reasonable grounds to believe that any officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s arrest and injuries. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.3 February, 2023
Man Injured as a Result of Jump from Apartment Window; SIU Discontinues Mississauga Investigation
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the injury suffered by a 33-year-old man after he jumped from an apartment window in Mississauga in December.3 February, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Uxbridge Incident
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into an interaction in December between a 32-year-old man and Durham Regional Police Service officers.
1 February, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into L’Orignal Arrest
In the morning of October 4, 2022, Ontario Provincial Police officers attended a residence in L’Orignal as a result of a 42-year-old man expressing concern about the mental health of his partner. Satisfied there were no grounds for an apprehension under the Mental Health Act, the officers exited the home and explained the situation to the man. An altercation ensued, and the man was arrested. At hospital, he was diagnosed with a fractured left orbital bone, and a number of ‘subacute’ spine and rib fractures. While accepting that the man’s injuries were incurred in the course of the altercation with police that marked his arrest, SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe they were the result of unlawful conduct on the part of any officer. As there was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, the file has been closed.31 January, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Man’s Fall from Hamilton Apartment Balcony
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injuries suffered by a 33-year-old man in Hamilton when he feel from an apartment balcony in October.
30 January, 2023
SIU Investigating After Halton Officers Shoot Less-Lethal Shotgun, ARWEN at Man in Milton
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after Halton Regional Police Service officers shot a less-lethal shotgun and Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) rounds at a 43-year-old man in Milton early this morning.27 January, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Toronto Officer Shooting Less-Lethal Shotgun at Man
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe that a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting at a man with a less-lethal shotgun in Etobicoke. On September 30, 2022, officers confronted the man inside an apartment he had broken into on the Queensway. Prior to that, he attempted to carjack a woman’s vehicle and was chased away from a restaurant. Officers attempted to negotiate with the man. He resisted and was struck with a Conducted Energy Weapon and single round from a less-lethal shotgun. He was arrested. The man was not seriously injured.27 January, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation After Man Fled Durham Police, Hit Tree in Ajax
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe that a Durham Regional Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the serious injuries suffered by a 27-year-old man after he collided into a tree while fleeing officers in Ajax. On September 30, 2022, officers attempted to stop the man for reckless driving. The man struck a cruiser in a stolen Tahoe before crashing into a tree outside a home on Delaney Drive.27 January, 2023
SIU Ceases Investigation into Man’s Drug Overdose in Peel Police Custody
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a drug overdose suffered by a 37-year-old man while in the custody of Peel Regional Police officers in Mississauga last November.
26 January, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man Injured in Toronto Police Pursuit Collision
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe that two Toronto Police Service officers committed a criminal offence in connection with a 39-year-old man who suffered facial fractures in a collision during a pursuit on Highway 401 last September. Officers pursued the driver as his vehicle matched the description of one of two vehicles that fled the scene of gunshots.26 January, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Man’s Reported Injuries During Arrest at Toronto’s Russian Consulate
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the reported serious injuries suffered by a 59-year-old man while he was arrested by Toronto Police Service officers for breaching the perimeter at Toronto’s Russian Consulate last April.26 January, 2023
SIU Terminates Investigation into Man’s Injury in Custody of Windsor Police
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the reported serious injury suffered by a 29-year-old man in custody of the Windsor Police Service last October.24 January, 2023
No Charges in Man’s Death due to Drug Overdose in Owen Sound
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, found no reasonable grounds to believe that an Owen Sound Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 57-year-old man. On September 26, 2022, the man was released from custody, and about 20 minutes later went into medical distress at a nearby Tim Hortons. He was pronounced deceased in hospital due to a drug overdose.23 January, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Hamilton Vehicle Collision that Claimed the Lives of Two People
In the evening of September 25, 2022, the driver of a Ford Escape became involved in a collision with a Hyundai Sonata in a Hamilton intersection. As a result, the two backseat passengers in the Hyundai lost their lives and the drivers of both vehicles sustained serious injuries. As Hamilton Police Service officers had tried to stop the driver of the Escape moments prior, the SIU was notified of the matter and initiated an investigation. On SIU Director Joseph Martino’s assessment of the evidence, there were no reasonable grounds to believe the officer operating the police van committed a criminal offence in connection with the incident. As there was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, the file has been closed.23 January, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Southampton Arrest
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the arrest of a 32-year-old man in October in Southampton.20 January, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in Oshawa
On August 28, 2022, a 44-year-old man passed away from a self-inflicted serious injury. As Durham Regional Police Service officers had located the wounded man in his home prior to his death, 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 death. There was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, and the file has been closed.19 January, 2023
SIU Investigating Man’s Death in South River
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 31-year-old man this morning in South River, south of North Bay.19 January, 2023
Firing of Less-Lethal Shotgun at Man by Police was Legally Justified; SIU Closes Toronto Investigation
In the early afternoon of September 21, 2022, Toronto Police Service officers were dispatched to a store on Yonge Street after an employee reported that a man was harassing and threatening customers. An interaction ensued between the 36-year-old man and police, and one officer fired his less-lethal shotgun at the man four times. The man was apprehended and taken to hospital where it was discovered that one of the less-lethal projectiles has penetrated his abdomen. On SIU Director Joseph Martino’s assessment of the evidence, he found there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the man’s injury. The file has been closed.19 January, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Kingston Arrest
On September 13, 2022, a 57-year-old man suffered a rib fracture in the course of his arrest by Kingston Police officers. SIU Director Joseph Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that any officer comported himself other than lawfully throughout their engagement. As such, there was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case.19 January, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Toronto Arrest of Man
In the evening of September 20, 2022, Toronto Police Service officers were dispatched to a home in Toronto after an individual reported that someone was trying to break into the home. Upon arrival, police located a 37-year-old man in the backyard. During his arrest, the man suffered a broken nose. Director Martino determined there were no reasonable grounds to believe that the injury was attributable to unlawful conduct on the part of any officer. As there was no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case, the file has been closed.18 January, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Woman’s Fall from Balcony in Nepean
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 28-year-old woman in September when she fell from an apartment balcony.17 January, 2023
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Amherstburg
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of an 80-year-old man this afternoon in Amherstburg.15 January, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Death in Mississauga
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe a Peel Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 47-year-old man in November 2021. The man’s death was caused by drug overdose.13 January, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Broken Nose During Arrest in Toronto
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe a Toronto Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the broken nose suffered by a 20-year-old during his arrest last September.13 January, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Man’s Broken Foot in Sudbury
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the broken foot suffered by a 30-year-old man while fleeing a Greater Sudbury Police Service officer last September.13 January, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Woman’s Broken Ribs in Toronto Cell
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injury suffered by a 51-year-old woman while in custody of the Toronto Police Service last September. Based on the SIU’s preliminary inquiries, including a review of video footage, Director Martino was satisfied the investigation should be discontinued.13 January, 2023
SIU Terminates Investigation into Man’s Fall from Motorcycle in Toronto
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation in relation to a 22-year-old man thrown from his motorcycle on King Street East in Toronto last September.13 January, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Man’s Serious injuries in Windsor
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the serious injuries suffered by a 50-year-old man who had been arrested by Windsor Police Service officers last September.
12 January, 2023
SIU Appealing for Witnesses to Hamilton Arrest
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the arrest earlier this week of a 52-year-old man by Hamilton Police Service (HPS) officers.11 January, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Police-Involved Shooting Death of Moses Erhirhie in Markham
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe that a York Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of 35-year-old Moses Erhirhie in January 2022.11 January, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Sarnia Officer After Man’s Death
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe that a Sarnia Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with the death of a 36-year-old man in Sarnia last September.10 January, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Overdose in Toronto Cell
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe that a Toronto Police Service (TPS) officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a fentanyl overdose suffered by a 46-year-old man while in custody last September.10 January, 2023
SIU Investigating After Police Officer Discharges ARWEN at Man in Brantford
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating after a Brantford Police Service (BPS) officer discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) today at a 39-year-old man.
10 January, 2023
SIU Concludes Investigation into Man’s Arrest, Injury in Mississauga
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe that a Peel Regional Police officer committed a criminal offence in connection with a 37-year-old man who was seriously injured during his arrest in Mississauga in July 2021.6 January, 2023
No Charges Warranted After Hamilton Officer Shoots at Man
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has found no reasonable grounds to believe that a Hamilton Police Service officer committed a criminal offence in connection with shooting at a 44-year-old man during his arrest last September. Director Martino found no basis for proceeding with charges in this case. The man was not struck by a bullet and did not suffer any serious injuries.5 January, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Man’s Injury While Fleeing OPP Officer in Pembroke
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a broken rib suffered by a 46-year-old man while he fled from an Ontario Provincial Police officer in September.
5 January, 2023
SIU Discontinues Investigation into Woman’s Reported Injury Following Arrest by OPP Officers South of Ottawa
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into the reported serious injury of a 34-year-old woman during her arrest outside her home in North Dundas Township in August.2 January, 2023
SIU Investigating After Man Falls from Bridge in Hamilton
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the serious injuries suffered by a 57-year-old man after he fell from an overpass in Hamilton.2 January, 2023