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Special Investigations Unit to probe arrest injury

Male received an injury to his hand during the booking process
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NEWS RELEASE

BARRIE POLICE SERVICE

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On Monday, August 1, 2016 at approximately 9:45p.m., a 38-year-old male was arrested for being intoxicated in a public place.

The male was transported to the Barrie Police Service holding facility, where he was to be lodged in a cell until sober.

During the booking process, the male received an injury to his hand, and was transported to the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre for treatment.

As mandated, the Barrie Police Service has called the Province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU), who has assumed the investigation. Further inquiries should be directed to SIU Communications at 416-622-0748 or 1-800-787-8529 Ext. 2038.

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