B.C.'s civilian-based police watchdog is investigating an incident in Prince George.
The Independent Investigations Office said Thursday it has been notified that a male arrested on February 28 after trying to flee police suffered a broken arm and the agency is working to determine if there is a connection between the injury and the arresting officer's actions.
Shortly before noon on that day, the officer was attempting to perform a traffic stop on Fifth Avenue near Ruggles Street.
"According to the RCMP, the male's vehicle was involved in a collision with the marked police vehicle and the male driver attempted to flee on foot," the IIO said. "The officer was able to apprehend the male and arrest him.
"Shortly after the arrest, the male complained of pain and following a hospital visit, it was reported that the male had a fractured arm."
The IIO investigates all officer-related incidents that result in serious harm or death, whether or not there is any allegation of wrongdoing.
