A tragic incident occurred in Turkey Point, Ontario, where a boater has died following a shooting involving the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) on a Tuesday afternoon. The police confirmed that the event unfolded around 2 p.m. when officers attempted to stop a boater who had entered the MacDonald Turkey Point Marina. However, the individual fled the scene on foot.

In response to the fleeing suspect, OPP officers, including members of the emergency response team and the canine unit, initiated a search. They successfully located the individual, but during the ensuing interaction, police discharged their firearm. The details surrounding this encounter remain unclear, but OPP Sgt. Ed Sanchuk provided a brief statement regarding the incident.

Following the shooting, the individual was pronounced dead at the scene. As of the current moment, no additional information has been released regarding the identity of the deceased or the circumstances leading up to the police engagement. The situation has raised questions concerning the actions taken by law enforcement in this scenario.

The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has confirmed their involvement in the investigation of this tragic event. The SIU is an independent civilian agency dedicated to examining incidents where individuals have died or sustained serious injuries during police actions. They also investigate allegations of sexual assault involving police and any incidents where a firearm was discharged at a person. Further details regarding the timeline and results of the SIU investigation are expected to be disclosed as the inquiry progresses.