(DRYDEN, ON) - The province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked its mandate following an incident in the City of Dryden.

On Thursday, May 22, 2025, at approximately 9:00 pm, members of the Dryden Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a disturbance on the Government Street overpass.

Upon police arrival, an individual was located in medical distress. Officers administered first aid until Northwest Emergency Medical Services arrived and transported the individual to hospital.

The OPP has notified the SIU of the incident, which has invoked its mandate. As a result, the OPP will not be able to provide further information. Any other inquiries should be directed to siu.media@ontario.ca.