National

Rally Planned For Olando Brown Who Died After Encounter With Police In Barrie

Darpan News Desk IANS, 11 Jul, 2018 11:52 AM

BARRIE, Ont. — The family of a man who died following an encounter with police in Barrie, Ont., will rally at the police station today.

Ontario's police watchdog is investigating the death of 32-year-old Olando Brown, who went into medical distress after he was taken into custody by officers.

Reps from Black Lives Matter have gathered in #Barrie, to speak out against the death of Olando Brown, who died in custody following an arrest where he was tasered. @CTVBarrieNews pic.twitter.com/zz0bnkj7Cq
— Aileen Doyle (@aileendoyleCTV) July 11, 2018

Black Lives Matter now at the Barrie Police station, giving a list of demands re: Olando Browns case. @CTVBarrieNews pic.twitter.com/J3W4zANPSN
— Aileen Doyle (@aileendoyleCTV) July 11, 2018

Brown's family has shared a video that appears to show police using a stun gun on a black man more than once, and also appears to show the man being hit by an officer.

Brown's aunt Barbara South says her family wants those she sees as responsible for her nephew's death to be held accountable.

The protest is scheduled for 11 a.m. today, and will be attended by members of the Toronto faction of Black Lives Matter.

This is witness video of @BarriePolice arrest of 32 year old Orlando Brown. The father of an 11 year old girl later died after he went into "medical distress" at the police station. Video shows him being tasered. SIU is now investigating. @CTVBarrieNews pic.twitter.com/g9AnvOob6G
— Mike Arsalides (@MArsalidesCTV) June 23, 2018

A tragic incident for all involved occured in #barrie yesterday. We stand behind our members 100%.
— Barrie Police Assoc (@BarriePolAssoc) June 24, 2018

Prev Next

MORE National ARTICLES

Surrey's Hidden Heroes Honoured At RCMP Awards Ceremony

On Thursday, June 14th, the Surrey RCMP held its annual Officer in Charge Awards recognizing the valuable contributions of police officers, employees, and civilians for acts of bravery, outstanding service and dedication to public safety.

Surrey's Hidden Heroes Honoured At RCMP Awards Ceremony

Three Missing After Five Thrown Into Water Off Tofino, B.C., As Boat Sinks

A search is underway in the waters off the west coast of Vancouver Island after a small boat carrying five people went down early Friday.

Three Missing After Five Thrown Into Water Off Tofino, B.C., As Boat Sinks

Crown Appealing Acquittal Of Driver Who Killed Doctor Alphonsus Hui In Vancouver

VANCOUVER — An appeal has been launched after a British Columbia man was acquitted of dangerous driving in a crash that killed a doctor in Vancouver.

Crown Appealing Acquittal Of Driver Who Killed Doctor Alphonsus Hui In Vancouver

Toronto Boy, 13, Charged With First-Degree Murder After Cyclist Run Down, Stabbed: Police

Aaron Rankine-Wright, 19, was struck late Saturday afternoon, three males got out of the vehicle and allegedly began assaulting him as he lay on the ground.

Toronto Boy, 13, Charged With First-Degree Murder After Cyclist Run Down, Stabbed: Police

Stolen Diamond-Studded Golden Eagle In B.C. Worth $930,450, Not $7M, Owner Claims In Lawsuit

Ron Shore's company Forgotten Treasures International Inc. has filed a lawsuit in B.C. Supreme Court against several insurers for denying his claim over the theft of the eagle.

Stolen Diamond-Studded Golden Eagle In B.C. Worth $930,450, Not $7M, Owner Claims In Lawsuit

Police Need Policy On 'Grievous Bodily Harm' Calls: B.C. Coroner's Inquest

Jurors who heard this week about a woman who spent four days paralyzed and dying inside her home in rural British Columbia say police and their dispatchers need to review how they handle serious calls.