ASIRT publishes findings on two completed cases

The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) has finished two separate investigations involving police services. In each case, ASIRT’s executive director reviewed the evidence and issued a written report outlining the findings and conclusions.

The full reports are now publicly available:
 

Lethbridge Police Service – April 2, 2025 | Report

ASIRT was directed to investigate after a man went into medical distress while in Lethbridge Police Service custody and later died in hospital.

Edmonton Police Service – Feb. 28, 2025 | Report

ASIRT was directed to investigate after a man went into medical distress and died following his arrest by Edmonton Police Service officers.

ASIRT is part of the Police Review Commission, an independent civilian-led agency. ASIRT investigates potential criminal offences involving police across Alberta, including cases where the actions of a police officer may have resulted in serious injury or death.

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