Death of Cst. Christopher John Worden - Statement from the Commissioner

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Cst Christopher John Worden

It is with great sadness that I advise you that Cst. Christopher John Worden (regimental number 49314), of Hay River Detachment, was killed earlier today while on duty in that community.

Cst. Worden was responding to a request for police assistance at a residence in Hay River. Shortly after radio contact with Cst. Worden was lost, additional members were dispatched. Cst. Worden was located at the scene. He was transported to Hay River Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

We all know the risks that our members face daily, yet nothing can prepare us for the shock of losing a member of our RCMP family in this way.

My thoughts and prayers are with Cst. Worden's family in Hay River and in Ottawa at this very difficult time. Chris is survived by his wife Jody and by their infant daughter.

Resources from "G" Division and "K" Division are on the ground investigating the incident. Our operation is active and very much ongoing.

We will continue to update you as information becomes available.

William J.S. Elliott
Commissioner

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Date modified:: 2016-12-15

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