RCMP finishes investigation into Don Dunphy's death

The RCMP has completed its final report inthe investigation into the shooting death of Don Dunphy by a Royal Newfoundland Constabulary officer.

According tothe RCMP, arrangements are now being made to have an external investigation service complete an independent review of the file.

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"They will review the file for thoroughness, competency and overall accuracy," said RCMP spokesperson
Laura Hepditch in a statement.

The RCMP saidit cannot provide any further details on the investigationuntil it receives the results of the independent review and completes any required follow-up.

"We continue to be in regular contact with the Dunphy family and understand and respect that they, as well as the general public,areanxious to learn the results of our investigation," Hepditch said.

Dunphy was shot and killed byRNCofficer Joe Smythlast April.

Smyth, a member of former premier Paul Davis's security detail,went to Dunphy's house to investigate tweets made by Dunphy about Davisand other politicians.

The RCMP said that Dunphy pointed a loaded gun at Smyth, which was why the officer fired his weapon.

Justice and Public Safety Minister Andrew Parsons had saidthe government will proceed with a public inquiry into the shooting, but that it cannot do so until the police investigation is complete.