Quebec's independent police watchdog has launched an investigation following a serious incident in the northern community of Inukjuak, where two individuals were left with severe injuries after a police intervention.
Watchdog Assumes Control of Investigation
The Bureau des enquêtes indépendantes (BEI) confirmed it is now leading the probe into the events that unfolded in Inukjuak. The BEI, Quebec's independent police investigation bureau, is mandated to examine all cases involving police that result in death or serious injury.
The incident occurred on December 21, 2025, prompting the immediate involvement of the watchdog agency. Specific details regarding the nature of the police intervention or the circumstances leading to the injuries have not yet been publicly released by investigators.
Community and Context
Inukjuak is an Inuit community located in the Nunavik region of northern Quebec. Police interventions in remote and Indigenous communities are often subject to heightened scrutiny, and the BEI's involvement is a standard procedure aimed at ensuring transparency and accountability.
The condition of the two injured individuals and the police force involved are central facts being examined. The BEI's process typically involves deploying its own investigators to the scene to gather evidence, interview witnesses, and collect all pertinent information separate from the involved police service.
Next Steps and Accountability
Once the BEI completes its investigation, its findings will be forwarded to the Directeur des poursuites criminelles et pénales (DPCP), Quebec's prosecution service. The DPCP will then determine if any criminal charges are warranted against the officers involved.
The launch of this investigation underscores the serious nature of the outcome, where two people sustained significant harm. The community of Inukjuak and the broader public await further details as the independent bureau works to establish a clear timeline and understanding of the event.
This case adds to the roster of incidents the BEI is tasked with investigating across Quebec, maintaining a system of external oversight for police actions that have grave consequences.
