Below is an update from the RCMP. Original story is below the Media Release.
High Level RCMP arrest male causing a disturbance – Update
Edmonton – The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) is initiating an investigation into the circumstances of the incident.
Independent of ASIRT’s investigation, the Alberta RCMP’s internal review process has been implemented to gather a full account of what took place during this incident. RCMP training, policy, police response, and the duty status of the member involved will be subject to review. The Alberta RCMP is, of course, fully cooperating with ASIRT and will not be commenting further on this incident.
Alberta RCMP News Conference video:
Original Story:
A disturbance at the Flamingo Inn in High Level yesterday lead to a man getting arrested by High Level RCMP.
Police received a report of an intoxicated individual causing a disturbance and when an officer arrived on scene, the suspect refused to follow commands and a physical interaction occurred.
The suspect was arrested after a second officer came and helped get him under control, but the arrest has been the subject of public scrutiny on social media.
According to Global News, a VIDEO that surfaced has been confirmed by an RCMP spokesperson as part of the incident.
High Level RCMP say they are conducting an internal review of the incident.
– Kyle Moore, Trending 55 Newsroom
