The Independent Investigation Unit (IIU) has finished its investigation into the arrest of a 62-year-old man in Russell.
The incident occurred on October 31st, 2019, when two RCMP officers went to a home in Russell to return the man back to the hospital — where he left without consent. The man had a history of alcoholism and dementia, and health authorities feared he could harm himself or others.
When the officers requested the man return to the Russell Hospital, he refused and is reported to have grabbed one of the officers by the collar.
The ensuing scuffle left the man with a broken jaw and other injuries.
IIU investigators interviewed the man — as well as two RCMP witness officers and one civilian witness — and have found no grounds to justify any charges against the officer.
The investigation is complete and the matter is now closed. The civilian director’s complete report is available online.
