Statement from New Democrat Leader Nycole Turmel on the Shooting of two RCMP officers in Alberta

I was shocked and saddened to hear of the shooting of two RCMP officers in Southeastern Alberta today.

The officers, who were responding to a call in the town of Killam, were on duty serving their community. Police officers put themselves on the line every single day to protect families all across the country. When one is wounded in the line of duty, we grieve as a nation. Their selflessness and dedication keep our towns and communities safe.

That is why New Democrats condemn this heinous act in the strongest terms. On behalf of all New Democrats, I'd like to express my deepest sympathies to the families and friends of these two officers.