The Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT) has launched an independent investigation following a shooting incident involving a Saskatoon police officer. The provincial watchdog is now examining the circumstances that led to a man being shot.
Details of the Saskatoon Police Incident
The incident occurred on December 20, 2025. According to initial reports, a Saskatoon Police Service officer discharged their firearm during an encounter, resulting in a man being shot. The condition of the individual has not been publicly disclosed by authorities at this time.
As is standard procedure in such cases, the Saskatoon police notified SIRT, which has the mandate to independently investigate serious incidents involving police officers in Saskatchewan. This includes all cases where death or serious injury may have occurred.
The Role of the Police Watchdog
SIRT's investigation will seek to determine the facts surrounding the shooting. The team of civilian investigators will examine evidence, interview witnesses, and review police actions to assess whether the use of force was justified under the law.
The Saskatoon Police Service has stated it will fully cooperate with the independent investigation, as per standard protocol. The officer or officers involved have been placed on administrative duties pending the outcome of the probe, which is a typical step in such investigations.
Community Impact and Next Steps
Officer-involved shootings are rare but significant events that draw close scrutiny from both oversight bodies and the public. The SIRT investigation aims to provide transparency and accountability, with findings to be made public upon its conclusion.
No further details about the location of the incident, the identity of the individual shot, or the specific events leading up to the shooting have been released by SIRT or police, as the investigation is in its early stages. The watchdog has asked anyone with information or relevant video footage to come forward.
This marks another serious incident under review by Saskatchewan's police oversight system, highlighting the critical role of independent agencies in maintaining public trust in law enforcement.
