CFB Esquimalt Service Member Injured in Industrial Accident

News Release

News Release
November 21, 2016 – Esquimalt – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces

CFB Esquimalt Service Member Injured in Industrial Accident

A service member of CFB Esquimalt was rushed to hospital this morning following an industrial accident at 443 Maritime Helicopter Squadron.

Military officials have notified the member’s next of kin of the accident and are working to support the member and family during this difficult time. A crisis team was also deployed to the squadron to assist members of the unit.

There were no other personnel involved in the accident and the Base Commander ordered an immediate investigation into the situation. No details on the accident will be released while the investigation is ongoing.

QUOTES

“Our sympathies and prayers are with the member and the family and I can assure them that the Canadian Armed Forces is committed to providing all the necessary support to the member and family during this exceptionally difficult time.”

– Captain (Navy) Steven Waddell, Base Commander

QUICK FACTS

  • The member is currently being treated in hospital for serious injuries.
  • A full investigation into the incident was ordered by the Base Commander and no details will be provided while the investigation is ongoing.
  • A crisis team was deployed to 443 Squadron to support those who played a role in assisting the victim and to anyone else that requires assistance during this difficult time.

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