Police watchdog looks for witnesses after allegation man's arm fractured during arrest by Winnipeg officers
Man may have suffered broken elbow during arrest on May 5
The agency tasked with overseeing Manitoba police officers is asking for witnesses to come forward after a man suffered what appeared to be a fractured elbow during an arrest last week.
On May 5, Winnipeg police officers responded to a call for service at Pembina Highway and Bishop Grandin Boulevard around 9:11 a.m.
They found a man armed with a weapon, and used force to arrest him after he allegedly refused to drop it, according to a statement issued by the Independent Investigation Unit.
The man was taken to Victoria General Hospital, where it was discovered he may have a fractured elbow.
The IIU investigates all incidents involving police that lead to a serious injury or death.
Anyone with information or video footage of what happened is asked to contact the IIU toll free at 1-844-667-6060.
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