OTTAWA –
Latvian State Police are investigating the loss of life of a Canadian soldier within the capital metropolis of Riga.
The Canadian Armed Forces stated in a press release that Capt. Aaron Wideman died whereas off-duty.
Lt.-Gen. Stephen Kelsey, vice-chief of the defence workers, stated Wideman died on Sunday.
The army didn’t present particulars concerning the loss of life.
He was posted inside the Latvian Nationwide Armed Forces.
Canada leads a NATO battle group in Latvia meant to discourage and reply to threats posed by Russia.
This report by The Canadian Press was first printed Oct. 15, 2024