The Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba (IIU) has concluded its investigation into serious injuries sustained by an adult female cyclist following a collision with a police vehicle in Winnipeg.
On August 8, 2026, the Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) notified the IIU of an incident that occurred on August 7, at approximately 8:49pm. According to the notification, WPS officers were responding to a call for assistance. The police vehicle was travelling westbound on Portage Avenue. As the vehicle entered the intersection of Portage Avenue and Garry Street on a green light, a female cyclist travelling northbound on Garry Street in the bike lane also entered the intersection. The police vehicle and the cyclist collided, knocking her to the ground.
Officers exited their vehicle and provided first aid to the cyclist. She was later transported to hospital and treated for a fractured clavicle and bruising.
As this matter concerned injuries related to a motor vehicle collision, the IIU assumed responsibility for this investigation in accordance with Sec. 65(4) of the Police Services Act. IIU investigators were assigned to this investigation.
The civilian director declined to designate a subject officer, but the director designated two witness officers. Three civilian witnesses provided statements, and investigators also spoke with the affected person.
Because all the evidence suggests the incident was an accident, the civilian director will not be authorizing charges. The IIU investigation is now completed and closed.
