Ontario's Special Investigations Unit (SIU) is seeking witnesses after a Kingston woman sustained serious injuries in a collision involving a police cruiser. The incident occurred on June 30, 2026, and the SIU has launched an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Incident Details
The collision took place in Kingston, Ontario, when a police cruiser struck a female pedestrian. The woman was transported to a hospital with serious injuries. The SIU, which investigates any incident involving police that results in serious injury, death, or allegations of sexual assault, has assigned a team of investigators to the case.
According to the SIU, the police cruiser was responding to a call at the time of the collision. The exact location and time of the crash have not been disclosed, but investigators are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage to come forward.
Witness Appeal
The SIU is urging anyone with information to contact them directly. Witnesses can call the SIU's toll-free line at 1-800-787-8529 or provide tips through their website. The SIU emphasizes that even seemingly minor details could be crucial to the investigation.
"We are asking anyone who may have seen the collision or has video footage to contact us immediately," said an SIU spokesperson. "Our goal is to ensure a thorough and transparent investigation."
Investigation Ongoing
The SIU has not released further details about the condition of the injured woman or the officer involved. The investigation is in its early stages, and no charges have been filed at this time. The SIU will release a report once the investigation is complete.
This incident highlights the SIU's role in maintaining accountability when police actions lead to serious harm. The unit operates independently of the police force to ensure impartiality.
