July 26, 2015
SHILO, MB – A Canadian Forces Reserve soldier died during military training at Canadian Forces Base Shilo Saturday, July 25, 2015. The soldier was training with the 3rd Canadian Division Training Centre’s detachment at CFB Shilo when he died suddenly. His death is under investigation and an autopsy will be conducted to determine the cause.
Private Kirby Tott joined the CAF as a Reservist with the Rocky Mountain Rangers in Prince George, BC in 2012. He was taking his basic Reserve Infantry training at CFB Shilo in southern Manitoba when his death occurred in the late afternoon.
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