October 31, 2022 3:47 PM
The Regina Police Service is requesting public assistance in obtaining witness statements and/or video evidence relevant to a SPS officer-involved shooting that occurred during the early evening of October 27, 2022, in the 1300 block of Avenue E North.
Anyone with information or video believed to be relevant is asked to contact the Regina Police Service at 306-777-6500. In an emergency, call 9-1-1.
A statement from Chief Troy Cooper following the officer-involved shooting on October 28, 2022.
Late yesterday afternoon members of our Guns and Gangs Unit became aware that a 36-year-old male who was wanted by La Loche RCMP was in the 1300 block of Avenue E North and was armed with a gun. The male was in breach of release conditions and had removed his electronic monitoring device. Officers reported the male pointed his firearm at them both inside and outside the multi-unit residence. Members of the Tactical Support Unit made entry into the home in an attempt to ensure the safety of the other occupants in the building. As we have previously released, it was at that time they were confronted by the suspect and the fatal shooting occurred.
We are extremely fortunate that our officers and the bystanders were not physically harmed. This is an example of the unpredictable and dangerous situations our officers face far too often. They must rely on their extensive training and professionalism to make split-second decisions. Mental health supports are in place within our organization to assist. RCMP Victims Services support has been offered to the family of the deceased.
The shooting has prompted an independent process of investigation and oversight. The Regina Police Service is conducting this investigation with assistance from the Serious Incident Response Team. Further information will be provided by the RPS.
October 27, 2022 8:45 PM
Members of the Regina Police Service have been asked to investigate an SPS officer-involved shooting which occurred this evening in the 1300 block of Avenue E North.
Earlier, Police had received reports of shots being fired at the location. Upon arrival, members in Patrol and the Tactical Support Unit were able to make entry into the multi-unit residence in an attempt secure the safety of the other occupants in the building. They were confronted by the armed male suspect when the fatal shooting occurred.
In response to plans by the Saskatchewan Government to ensure greater independence in investigations into police-involved incidents, the SPS immediately requested the investigation be led by the RPS and assisted by the Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT). The SPS has also requested two independent observers, pursuant to The Saskatchewan Police Act, 1990.