The Special Investigations Unit (SIU, or "the Unit"; French: Unité des enquêtes spéciales, UES) is the civilian oversight agency in the province of Ontario in Canada responsible for investigating circumstances involving police that have resulted in a death or serious injury, or if a firearm was discharged at a person.
What does SIU mean in police terms?
Special Investigation Units (SIU) investigate suspected insurance fraud. Some US states require insurance companies to maintain an SIU to conduct business in those states.
What is the role of the SIU?
The SIU is a civilian law enforcement agency, independent of the police, that conducts criminal investigations into circumstances involving police and civilians that have resulted in serious injury, death or allegations of sexual assault.
Is SIU a government?
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is an independent statutory body that is accountable to Parliament and the President.
Why was SIU created?
The purpose giving rise to the SIU is clear – police accountability and public confidence in Ontario's police.