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The Southwest Washington Independent Investigative Response Team (SWIIRT) is conducting the Independent Investigation, in accordance with WAC 139-12-030 and CJTC Best Practices, of the Vancouver Police Department’s (VPD) officer-involved shooting (OIS) that occurred on June 8th, 2024. The Clark County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation with assistance from the Camas Police Department and the Battle Ground Police Department.
The involved and witness officers are being identified. Both remain on critical incident leave.
- The involved officer is Officer Brandon Riedel. Officer Riedel was hired by the Vancouver Police Department in July 2018. He is assigned to West Patrol. Additionally, he serves a collateral assignment as a member of the SW Washington Regional SWAT Team as a Tactical Emergency Medical Support Medic.
- The witness officer is Officer Stuart Drynan. Officer Drynan was hired by the Vancouver Police Department in January 2023. He is assigned to West Patrol.
On the date of the incident, investigators completed scene documentation and evidence collection. They also have interviewed available witnesses and completed a canvass for area video evidence. Investigators are requesting anyone who witnessed the shooting incident and has not been contacted by detectives to call them at 564-397-2847.
Investigators are now in the process of receiving and reviewing Body Worn Camera (BWC) video files and statements from the involved officers. Search warrants for additional digital evidence are also being pursued.
Per WAC 139-12-030, which governs independent investigations, additional updates will be provided weekly.