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Citizen-led IIO to investigate after person suffers life-threatening injuries in Fort St. John traffic stop

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March 29, 2026
A traffic stop in Fort St. John on March 29th is being investigated by the Independent Investigations Office (IIO) after officers discharged a firearm and a person was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

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