2023-09-25 Members Statement on the Death of RCMP Const. Rick O'Brien

On Friday, Ridge Meadows RCMP Constable Rick O’Brien was shot and killed. Two other detachment officers were also wounded as they were executing a drug search warrant in Coquitlam. Previously, Rick worked many years with at-risk youth. This is devastating for his wife and six children.

The Ridge Meadows RCMP Superintendent, Wendy Mehat, stated “Rick’s contribution to his work and his fellow members was immeasurable. Rick loved visiting schools, helping students, and supporting our detachment with food drives and sports events. He was truly exceptional. His death is senseless and heartbreaking.
“Sunday was Police and Peace Officers National Memorial Day. Over the past year, 12 officers have lost their lives in the line of duty, the most ever. May we as a nation be ever more appreciative of the men and women in our police forces. May God bless them and may God sustain the O’Brien family.