(File photo by Maureen Revait, BlackburnNews.com)(File photo by Maureen Revait, BlackburnNews.com)
Sarnia
News

SIU probing incident involving Sarnia police

By Stephanie Chaves
August 6, 2021 - 4:15pm

Ontario's police watchdog has invoked its mandate following an incident involving Sarnia police.

At around 11:10 p.m. Thursday, officers located a male suspect wanted on an outstanding warrant in the area of Talfourd Street and Elsfield Crescent.

Police said the suspect was injured during the arrest and required medical attention.

The Special Investigation Unit (SIU) has been notified.

The SIU is an arm's length agency that investigates reports involving police where there has been death, serious injury or allegations of sexual assault.

Read More Local Stories

New military crosswalk rendering. (Image courtesy of the Sarnia Legion Branch 62)

New military crosswalk in Sarnia to be unveiled

News
11 hours ago

As part of a partnership between the Sarnia Legion Branch 62 and City of Sarnia, an unveiling ceremony will be held at the corner of Christina Street and Wellington Street on Sunday, June 7, at 2 p.m.

Members of the Sarnia Police Service entering a Tashmoo Avenue residence on June 4, 2026. (Photo courtesy of the Sarnia Police Service)

Two men arrested in Tashmoo Ave. standoff

News
13 hours ago

Sarnia police said the investigation began on May 29 after the victim was allegedly attacked by acquaintances at a residence near Tashmoo Avenue and Christopher Drive at Aamjiwnaang First Nation.