The Independent Investigation Unit (IIU) is investigating an allegation of a driving offence against an on-duty member of the RCMP.

On October 12, 2022, RCMP notified the IIU of an allegation of an on-duty officer operating a police vehicle at excessive speed without lawful justification to do so. According to the notification on October 6, the officer was observed on Highway 1 westbound into the city of Brandon driving at an excessive speed.

The civilian director has determined it is in the public interest for the IIU to investigate.