OPP Commissioner Thomas Carrique confirmed on Twitter that 28-year OPP veteran Provincial Cst. Marc Hovingh succumbed to his injuries he sustained in an incident in Gore Bay.
"With great sadness, I advise that PC Marc Hovingh, a 28-year veteran of the OPP, has succumbed to his injuries sustained while bravely serving in the line of duty," said Carrique in a tweet.
"Our hearts are with his family, friends and colleagues at this time."
North Bay Police tweeted, "Deepest condolences to the family and OPP community."
Deepest condolences to the family and OPP community. https://t.co/KhL76nEGFW
— North Bay Police (@NorthBayPolice) November 19, 2020
Official Opposition NDP Leader Andrea Horwath has issued the following statement:
"The sorrow of an officer fallen will be felt province-wide. We are so saddened to learn that OPP Constable Marc Hovingh has been killed and that a second officer has sustained injuries on Manitoulin Island in the line of duty today.
I extend the heartfelt condolences of the Official Opposition to the family and loved ones of Constable Hovingh, as well as to all members of the OPP, who will feel this loss profoundly. May you find some comfort in each other during this incredibly painful time."
