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Wear red for Rick: RCMP give 'final salute' today to cop slain in Coquitlam

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Skip to contentHomeLocal NewsCOQUITLAM — RCMP are urging the public to wear red today, Oct. 4, in memory of fallen Mountie Const. Rick O'Brien.Janis CleughPreviousNext/ExpandPreviousNextWear red for Rick today.That’s the message from the BC RCMP, which is organizing a funeral on&nbsp;Wednesday, Oct. 4&nbsp;for Ridge Meadows Mountie Const. Frederick "Rick" O'Brien who died in the line of duty last month in Coquitlam.Thousands of first responders from around the country are expected to be at the Langley Events Centre for the memorial service that starts at 2 p.m.The "final salute" to Const. O’Brien — a husband and father of six children — will be livestreamed via youtube/rcmptv&nbsp;and will be embedded&nbsp;in this story.Besides the red clothing, Mounties are also asking the public to send an email message to O’Brien’s family at&nbsp;RCMP.Condolences-Condoleances.GRC@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.The public can watch the procession as first responders march northbound on 202a&nbsp;Street from 76 Avenue toward the Langley Events Centre.Drivers are advised of potential traffic tie-ups in the area between noon and 4 p.m. Temporary road closures will be in effect during the funeral:O’Brien died while executing a search warrant with two other Ridge Meadows Mounties on Sept. 22 in connection to a drug investigation that originated in Maple Ridge.Nicholas Bellemare, 25, of Coquitlam, is charged with first-degree murder and attempted murder with a firearm. His case will return to&nbsp;Port Coquitlam Provincial Court on Nov. 7.Reporters with the&nbsp;Tri-City News&nbsp;will be on site to cover the procession and memorial today.Meanwhile, Coquitlam RCMP will be in the City Centre neighbourhood tomorrow, Oct. 5, to talk with residents about the police murder.The detachment’s victim services unit, as well as staff, volunteers and Mounties will be available to discuss the shooting during a drop-in event from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Glen Pine Pavilion (1200 Glen Pine Crt.).Area residents and business owners — and those impacted by the traumatic incident — can chat with police about neighbourhood safety, how to talk to kids about the murder and mental health impacts.“We understand that people have questions and concerns around community safety following serious incidents,” said Cpl. Alexa Hodgins, media relations officer for Coquitlam RCMP, in a news release.“The public is welcome to attend this outreach event on Thursday,&nbsp;Oct.&nbsp;5. This is a time for residents, community members and the public to come together, voice their concerns, ask questions and connect with resources.”You can visit the Coquitlam RCMP website for more details.Letter: Respecting Const. Rick O’Brien — and all police officersOct 2, 2023 8:45 AMPhotos: Memorial for Const. Rick O'Brien grows at Coquitlam buildingSep 26, 2023 9:45 AMRCMP funeral procession for slain Mountie starts at 1 p.m. in AbbotsfordSep 26, 2023 11:45 AMMore than $120K raised for family of Mountie slain in CoquitlamSep 25, 2023 12:05 PMCase against Coquitlam man accused of killing cop back in court next monthNo thanksNo thanks

Skip to contentHomeLocal NewsCOQUITLAM — RCMP are urging the public to wear red today, Oct. 4, in memory of fallen Mountie Const. Rick O'Brien.Janis CleughPreviousNext/ExpandPreviousNextWear red for Rick today.That’s the message from the BC RCMP, which is organizing a funeral on&nbsp;Wednesday, Oct. 4&nbsp;for Ridge Meadows Mountie Const. Frederick "Rick" O'Brien who died in the line of duty last month in Coquitlam.Thousands of first responders from around the country are expected to be at the Langley Events Centre for the memorial service that starts at 2 p.m.The "final salute" to Const....

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