By Canadian Press

Canadian soldier dies while off-duty in Latvia

Oct 15, 2024 | 4:44 PM

OTTAWA — Latvian State Police are investigating the death of a Canadian soldier in the capital city of Riga.

The Canadian Armed Forces said in a statement that Capt. Aaron Wideman died while off-duty.

Lt.-Gen. Stephen Kelsey, vice-chief of the defence staff, said Wideman died on Sunday.

The military did not provide details about the death.

He was posted within the Latvian National Armed Forces.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 15, 2024.

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