IIO Concludes Investigation Into Death of a Man in Chilliwack (2024-092)
Case: 2024-092 Incident Date: April 22, 2024 Location: Chilliwack Detachment: Chilliwack Agency: RCMP Incident Classification: Death Case Status: Closed - Without Public ReportINFORMATION BULLETIN
Independent Investigations Office
For Immediate Release
Surrey, B.C. — The Independent Investigations Office (IIO) of BC has concluded investigation 2024-092 into the death of one man while being arrested by members of the RCMP in Chilliwack.
On April 22, 2024, members of the Upper Fraser Valley RCMP responded to reports of a fight near the intersection of Mary Street and Patten Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers located the affected person (AP), a man, who was causing harm to himself. Officers arrested the AP using minimal force, however he went into medical distress a short time later.
Emergency Health Services attended to render medical aid, but the AP was later pronounced deceased at the scene.
The IIO was notified of the incident shortly after it occurred and commenced an investigation.
After reviewing all the available evidence including medical records, video footage and witness accounts, the Chief Civilian Director determined there is no evidence to support that police action or inaction played a role in the AP’s death.
The IIO investigation is now concluded.
Background
The IIO is the Independent civilian oversight agency of the police in British Columbia. It investigates all officer-related incidents that result in serious harm or death, whether or not there is any allegation of wrongdoing.