OPP Sergeant Brandon Malcolm: A Dedicated Officer's Tragic End

0:00Ontario Provincial Police Sergeant Brandon Malcolm died in a motorcycle crash while on duty last Monday on Highway 401 near Coborg. The 30-something officer was heading eastbound around 5.30 pm when the single vehicle incident happened. A funeral service is set for this Wednesday at 10.30 a.m. at the Coborg Community Center on Darcy Street. It's private, just for family, fellow officers and emergency services folks. Earlier this week, OPP clarified more about the crash. Officers were rushing to an initial wreck when two cruisers hit a stopped car westbound near the scene. Three officers went to the hospital as a precaution but got released soon after. Malcolm's death hit hard right away during the response. The whole force is grieving deep. OPP Association President David Sevatini called it heartbreaking. Sending thoughts to Malcolm's wife Vashti Prasad, his big family, colleagues and friends. He was a dedicated guy who always dreamed of being a cop.

1:02Malcolm served as an auxiliary with Toronto police before joining OPP in 2020. A former combat engineer in the Canadian Armed Forces, he's shown on the Golden Helmets motorcycle team earning respect for his leadership and work. Ethic, the obituary paints him as a true community protector. Investigation into the crash continues and while the service stays private, expect live stream details soon. His short time in Blue Lees, a lasting mark on everyone he touched. That wraps Canada News Today, brought to you with AI. I'm Cory with the story.