Another Dies In Police Custody
Source: OPP
Date: Tue Oct 29 04:13:36 MST 2024
On October 27, 2024, shortly before 1:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call for service on Westhill Road, where one person was placed under arrest. While in custody, the individual went into medical distress and was transported to hospital, where they were pronounced deceased.
The OPP has notified the SIU, which has invoked its mandate. As a result, the OPP will not be able to provide further information. Any other media inquiries should be directed to the SIU at [email protected].