Clarington mayor issues condolence statement after death of Durham police service member

Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster issued a public statement of condolence on Aug. 13, 2026, following the death of a member of the Durham Regional Police Service.

The municipal post provides condolences but does not identify the officer or describe the circumstances of the death, leaving many details unconfirmed in the public record.

In the statement posted by the Municipality of Clarington, Foster wrote that “our hearts are heavy in Clarington and throughout Durham Region” following “the tragic loss of a member of the Durham Regional Police Service.”

Foster also offered condolences to those affected, writing: “On behalf of Council and the community, I offer our deepest sympathies to the family, friends, colleagues, and all those impacted by this tragedy.”

The statement added: “We mourn the passing of one of Durham’s finest and keep all members of the Service in our thoughts during this terrible time.”

The municipality’s post did not name the police service member or provide details such as when or where the death occurred.