After a manhunt that lasted several days, the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has announced that the suspect in a Northern Ontario shooting has been found dead.
The search for the suspect began on July 2nd, after a shooting incident in the small town of Mattawa, located approximately 300 kilometers north of Toronto. The SIU, which is responsible for investigating incidents involving police that result in death, serious injury, or allegations of sexual assault, was called in to investigate.
According to the SIU, the suspect, who has not been identified, was found deceased in a wooded area near Mattawa on July 6th. The cause of death has not been released, but the SIU has confirmed that it was not the result of police involvement.
The incident that sparked the manhunt occurred on July 2nd, when officers from the Mattawa Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachment responded to a call about a man with a firearm. When they arrived at the scene, they encountered the suspect, who allegedly fired shots at the officers before fleeing into the nearby woods.
The SIU was immediately notified and launched an investigation into the incident. The search for the suspect involved multiple police agencies, including the OPP, the North Bay Police Service, and the Ontario Provincial Police Emergency Response Team.
The SIU has stated that their investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and they are appealing to anyone with information to come forward. They have also extended their condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers that police officers face in the line of duty and the importance of the SIU’s role in investigating these incidents. The SIU is committed to conducting a thorough and impartial investigation to provide answers to the community and the families involved.
The SIU has not released any further details at this time, and the identity of the deceased will not be released until next of kin have been notified. The community of Mattawa is urged to remain vigilant and to contact the SIU with any information that may assist in their investigation.
