On June 29, 2024, at 7:10 p.m., a member of the Lloydminster RCMP Crime Reduction Unit (CRU) was investigating a weapons complaint. A foot chase ensued into the Weaver Park Campground where the suspect stole an occupied RV and drove it towards the RCMP officer.
This resulted in the RCMP officer discharging his service pistol. In his attempt to escape the suspect collided with civilian vehicles, disabling the RV, and was then apprehended. The suspect was not injured; however, several civilians were injured as a result of the collision. The officer involved also sustained minor injuries.
Events like this are difficult for the communities in which they occur, as well as the general public and officers involved. Police recognize the trust placed in them to use force that is necessary, proportional and reasonable, in an effort to provide the best protection to the public and to police officers in dangerous and dynamic situations.
In compliance with legislative requirements, the Director of Law Enforcement was immediately notified and directed the RCMP to investigate the circumstances of this incident. The RCMP's internal review processes have also been implemented to gather a full account of what took place during this incident, including Police training, policy, and response.
There will be a heavy police presence in the area of Weaver Park Campground as the RCMP conduct their investigation.