A man was injured in a police shooting in Surrey, B.C., after officers responded to reports of suspicious activity on Southpark Crescent.
Police Shooting Under Investigation in Surrey
A police shooting in Surrey, B.C., has sparked an investigation after a man was injured during a tense encounter with officers on Monday evening.
Surrey police said the incident unfolded around 7:30 p.m. near a home on Southpark Crescent. Officers had responded to reports of a suspicious man in the neighbourhood.
Officers Respond to Suspicious Activity Call
According to police, officers arrived at the scene after concerns were raised about a man acting suspiciously near the property. Investigators later learned the man may have been trying to break into the home.
Police said the situation escalated quickly when the man confronted officers. As a result, officers discharged their weapons.
Man Taken to Hospital After Emergency Care
First responders treated the injured man at the scene before he was rushed to hospital. Police confirmed he needed emergency medical care immediately after the shooting.
However, officials have not released details about his current condition.
B.C. Police Watchdog Steps In
The Independent Investigations Office of British Columbia has now taken over the case. The civilian watchdog investigates all police-related incidents that involve serious harm or death.
Investigators are now working to determine exactly what happened and whether any officer may have committed an offence.
Witnesses Asked to Come Forward
Meanwhile, the watchdog is asking anyone who witnessed the incident to contact investigators. Officials believe witness accounts could help piece together the moments leading up to the shooting.
The investigation remains ongoing, and more details are expected in the coming days.
