Man Injured After Firing at Police, IIO Finds Injuries Not Serious Under Police Act
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PRINCE GEORGE – The Independent Investigations Office of British Columbia has wrapped up its investigation into a police-involved shooting incident that took place earlier this week near Prince George.
On the evening of May 27, 2025, around 7:30 p.m., a man opened fire on police officers in a rural area near Highway 16 and Upper Fraser Road.
Police located the man on a forest service road north of Highway 16. During the interaction with the police, he sustained injuries that were not life-threatening and was taken to a hospital for treatment.
After reviewing the medical evidence gathered by IIO investigators, the chief civilian director determined that the man’s injuries did not meet the criteria for serious harm, as outlined in the Police Act.
