British Columbia's police watchdog is looking into a police-involved shooting in Prince George.
It happened last night as police responded to a call about a man attacking others at a home on Oak Street.
Shots were reportedly fired after officers arrived and tried to take a man into custody.
That man was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
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The initial investigation has revealed that one vehicle, described as a silver SUV, was chasing another, described as a newer model black sedan. It is currently suspected that shots originated from the occupants of the black sedan.
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“Three violent attacks happened in close proximity to each other within a short time-frame,” says Constable Tania Visintin. “At this time, investigators are trying to determine if any of the assaults are related.”
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