Manitoba's police watchdog investigating incident that left man with facial fracture

Manitoba's police watchdog is investigating an incident in which a man sustained a fracture to his face during a confrontation with officers.

Officers who responded to a wellness check at an apartment on Sargent Avenue in Winnipeg on the night of Sept. 3 used force to subdue theman, 34, who became aggressive and armed himself with a weapon, the Independent Investigation Unit said in a media release.

The man was treated at hospital for his injury.

The IIUis obligated to investigate serious injuries sustained by people during their dealings withpolice officers.

Witnesses or other individuals who have information or video footage of the encounter may contact theIIUtoll free at 1-844-667-6060.

No further details will be provided about the investigation, the IIUsaid.