Alberta Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation

06/10/2026 | News release | Distributed by Public on 06/10/2026 18:56

ASIRT releases findings following EPS arrest in Edmonton

The investigation examined the use of a less-lethal baton launcher during the Aug. 20, 2024 arrest of a person in Edmonton.

The full report is now publicly available:

Edmonton Police Service - Aug. 20, 2024 | Report

ASIRT operates within the Police Review Commission (PRC), an independent, civilian-led agency responsible for investigating criminal allegations and serious incidents involving police services in Alberta. ASIRT conducts independent and objective investigations into incidents resulting in death, serious injury, or potential criminal offences involving police services, as well as serious matters involving peace officers.

This release is distributed by the Government of Alberta on behalf of the Police Review Commission.


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