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B.C.’s independent police-oversight body, the Independent Investigations Office (IIO), is investigating the case of a fatal officer-involved shooting in Victoria.

The province’s police watchdog is appealing for witnesses to the deadly shooting to come forward.

Victoria police say the shooting happened at approximately 11:00 a.m. Saturday morning in the James Bay area, along Dallas Rd., near Odgen point.

Officers attended a residence in response to a 911 call. Police say they were confronted by a man, who was shot by police and died as a result of his injuries.

Several potential witnesses were questioned at the scene.

Police and the IIO are not revealing many details.

We will have an update later in the day regarding the officer involved shooting and more information at that time. — Victoria Police (@vicpdcanada) November 1, 2014

Earlier today Victoria police also tweeted:

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We're on scene of a serious incident in the 200-Blk of Dallas Rd. Updates will be provided shortly. #yyj — Victoria Police (@vicpdcanada) November 1, 2014

Victoria Police Chief Constable Frank Elsner provided a statement but said he will be unable to answer questions of an investigative manner due to the IIO’s ongoing investigation. He did add that the officer who fired his weapon is seeking medical attention following the confrontation.

The shooting has rattled what residents say is a quiet neighbourhood.

“It’s very shocking,” says resident Margaret Dickinson. “It’s so quiet here. Nothing like this ever seems to happen.”

Late Saturday, a woman who answered the phone at the residence where the incident took place said she was not ready to discuss what happened.

Audio: Statement from Victoria Police