January 21, 2025
Ottawa ON — The following is a statement from National Police Federation President and C.E.O., Brian Sauvé, in response to the killing of a U.S., Border Patrol Agent in Vermont on January 20, 2025, while performing their duties near the Canada-U.S. border.
“We are deeply saddened to learn of the tragic on-duty killing of a U.S. Border Patrol Officer earlier this week.
On behalf of the entire National Police Federation and our ~20,000 Members, we express our deepest condolences and solidarity with the agent’s family, loved ones, colleagues, and the broader law enforcement community during this difficult time.
Our Members are proud to work closely with law enforcement officers across the border and share their grief at this loss. We send our thoughts and support to the National Border Patrol Council and our American counterparts who are working to uncover the details of the incident. We thank you for your bravery, sacrifice, and commitment to upholding public safety in our shared border communities.”
About the National Police Federation:
The National Police Federation (the NPF) represents ~20,000 RCMP Members serving across Canada and internationally. We are the largest police union in Canada. The NPF is focused on improving public safety for all Canadians, including our Members by advocating for much-needed investment in the public safety continuum. This includes investments in police resourcing and modern equipment, as well as social programs including health, addiction, and housing supports to enhance safety and livability in the many communities we serve, large and small, across Canada.
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