News release
Police involved shooting in Clyde River, Nunavut
July 25, 2025
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Clyde River, Nunavut
From: Nunavut RCMP
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On July 24, 2025, at approximately 9:42 p.m, the Clyde River RCMP received a report that multiple shots had been fired from a residence in the community.
Shortly after the report was received, police issued a “Shelter in Place” alert.
When police arrived on scene, they were confronted by an adult male with a firearm. As a result of a confrontation with the adult male, shots were fired. The male is now confirmed to be deceased.
As this incident is in the initial stages, the Nunavut RCMP have sent additional resources to Clyde River, to ensure that all evidence is being secured.
The Nunavut RCMP are in the early stages of identifying an external police agency to lead the investigation.
Nunavut RCMP will not be commenting further on this matter.