Ottawa police officer dies at headquarters
Posted Sep 28, 2019 11:45:16 AM.
An Ottawa police officer was found dead Friday evening inside police headquarters.
Police are calling it a non-suspicious death.
It is with a heavy heart that we inform you that we lost one of our own this evening. The death is being investigated as non-suspicious.
This is heart-breaking for all of us.
We are working to support the family and our members following this tragedy.
— Ottawa Police (@OttawaPolice) September 28, 2019
Support for members across the city has been increased as a result.
Peter Sloly, announced as the next chief of police, weighed in on social media.
My family and I extend our deepest personal condolences to the @OttawaPolice for the tragic loss of one of its members #ThoughtsAndPrayers https://t.co/cOEaDPwEOR
— Peter Sloly (@SlolyServes) September 28, 2019
Former chief Charles Bordeleau, who retired this year, offered his condolences.
I am saddened to hear about the tragic loss of an @OttawaPolice member by suicide. My heart goes out to his family, colleagues and all those impacted. The days and months ahead will be difficult but know that you have the full support of this community. Help is always there.
— Charles Bordeleau (@ChiefBordeleau) September 28, 2019
