SIU 24-65658

OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING
Special Investigations Unit investigating 

UPDATE – LONDON, ON (July 19, 2024) – The 17-year-old female victim, Breanna Broadfoot, has died in hospital. The London Police Service extends our condolences to the victim’s family, friends and loved ones.

The SIU continues to investigate, and as such, we are unable to comment further. 

ORIGINAL - LONDON, ON (July 17, 2024) – Shortly before 11 p.m., last night, members of the London Police Service responded to a 9-1-1 call on Wellesley Crescent in relation to a report of multiple people being stabbed by a male suspect inside a residence. 

Upon arrival, officers entered the home and engaged the suspect. During the interaction, the adult male suspect was shot by police. He was transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries and has since succumbed to those injuries. 

Two stabbing victims were also transported to hospital. A teenaged female remains in hospital with life-threatening injuries, and an adult male has been discharged.

The suspect and victims were known to each other. 

There were no reported injuries to police. 

While there will be an increased police presence in the area, there are no suspects outstanding and there is no ongoing risk to public safety. 

The Special Investigations Unit was notified and has invoked their mandate. As such, all inquiries regarding the investigation are to be directed to the Special Investigations Unit at 416-622-0748 or 1-800-787-8529.  

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Statement from Chief Truong:

“Intimate partner violence remains a significant concern to the safety and wellbeing of our community. Ninety-five municipalities across Ontario, including the City of London, have recognized intimate partner violence as an epidemic.

Among the cases reported to police, women and girls constitute a substantial majority – over 80 percent – of intimate partner violence victims. Additionally, we acknowledge that intimate partner violence is significantly underreported. Our commitment to working with community partners and our members remains firm as we strive to enhance training, education, intervention, data collection, and reporting in response to recommendations concerning femicide and intimate partner violence.

Last night's events highlight the dedication and bravery shown daily by our members at the London Police Service (LPS) in safeguarding our citizens and our city. Our frontline officers, supported by our trained Communications Operators, once again demonstrated their commitment to community safety and violence prevention. Each day, LPS members dedicate themselves to serving and protecting, and we remain incredibly proud of our frontline officers, who risk their lives to ensure our safety.”

Intimate partner violence persists as a threat to the safety and wellbeing of our community. Ninety-five municipalities across Ontario[1], including the City of London, have declared intimate partner violence an epidemic.

Several local agencies provide specialized supports for women experiencing gender-based violence. Click here to see a list and to get contact information on our Help and Support Services webpage.

Support is also available 24 hours a day to anyone anywhere in Ontario through the assaulted women's help line. If you or a woman you know is experiencing any form of abuse, call toll free at 1-866-863-0511, or #SAFE from a mobile phone.

Deaf and hard of hearing service is available 24 hours a day over TTY at 1-866-863-7868.

[1] Building a Bigger Wave Provincial Network for Violence Against Women Coordinating Committees.