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cew_use · 2007-Q4

Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the RCMP · CRCC file 2007-10404 — Interim Report on Chair-Initiated Public Complaint regarding the Shooting Death of Christopher Klim, Vernon, B.C.

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In a chair-initiated public complaint, the Commission reviewed the facts surrounding the shooting death of the affected person in Vernon, B.C. The incident involved members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police who were executing a mental health warrant to apprehend the individual for psychiatric treatment. The RCMP's response, including their risk assessment and plan, as well as the tactical entry into the apartment, were examined. The shooting occurred after the individual, who was not acting rationally, engaged the officers with knives. The Commission's review also looked at the initial investigative response, the criminal investigation, and the timeliness of the investigation. The report comments on the RCMP's review of member conduct and their public complaint investigation.

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