Minister’s statement on recent police officer deaths, injuries across Canada

VICTORIA - Nina Krieger, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, has released the following statement in response to the recent deaths and injuries to police officers serving in communities across the country:

"I am deeply saddened to learn of the tragic loss of Montréal Const. Mohamed Lamine Benredouane, who was killed in the line of duty, along with the injury of another officer, while responding to a call in Côte-des-Neiges. My heartfelt condolences are with the officer's friends, family, colleagues and entire Montréal community as they navigate this very difficult time. My thoughts are also with the injured officer, the civilian who was killed, and all those affected by this tragedy.

"I also stand with the two Saskatchewan RCMP officers who were seriously injured in the line of duty while responding to a call in Melville. I wish them strength and comfort in the days and weeks ahead.

"These incidents come amid a series of heartbreaking losses within Canada's policing community, including the deaths of Toronto Police Service Const. Marc Pinizzotto and Ontario Provincial Police Service Const. Tarun Bali and Sgt. Brandon Malcolm in recent months. These deaths and injuries are a stark reminder of the risks police officers face every day as they work to protect and serve our communities.

"As we mourn the loss of these officers and support those recovering from injuries, we honour the courage, dedication and sacrifice of all law enforcement officers across Canada. On behalf of all British Columbians, we extend our deepest sympathies to the friends, families, colleagues and communities of those lost and injured."