Officers were called around 7:30 p.m. for a report of “a female who allegedly attempted to attack another person with a weapon,” according to a media release from the North Vancouver RCMP. Police say they also received a second complaint from someone who said a woman was trying to break into their home. “Information received from both complainants led police to believe these acts were committed by the same female suspect,” the statement from the excerpt continued. “Officers were able to locate the female and initial attempts to arrest the female were unsuccessful. A standoff ensued which resulted in an officer releasing his duty and discharging a firearm.” The Independent Investigations Office has been called in to investigate the incident, a spokesman confirmed on Sunday. A statement from the IIO says the fatal incident, which it describes as a “fatal officer-involved shooting,” took place in the 3700 block of Hamber Place. “Shortly before 19:45 the police opened fire,” according to the announcement of the police service. “Emergency services attended and transported the woman to hospital, where she was later pronounced dead.” Anyone with information or dash cam video is asked to contact investigators at 1-855-446-8477. This is a developing story on CTV News. Check back for updates.
