Statement - Minister Goodale offers condolences following the death of Officer Thierry Leroux in Lac-Simon, Quebec

OTTAWA, Feb. 15, 2016 /CNW/ - The Honourable Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, made a statement today to offer condolences on behalf of the Government of Canada following the death of police officer Thierry Leroux in the community of Lac-Simon, on Saturday February 13, 2016.

"I wish to extend my heartfelt condolences and prayers of support to Thierry Leroux's family, and to all those in the community of Lac-Simon and beyond who have been touched by this tragedy. Such painful incidents are a profound reminder of the risks our police officers assume every day in protecting the safety and security of all Canadians.

As a nation, we stand together with the police officers and citizens of Lac-Simon during this difficult time. We are truly grateful for their dedication and sacrifice."

SOURCE Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Canada

Scott Bardsley, Office of the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, 613-998-5681; Media Relations, Public Safety Canada, 613-991-0657