Ontario Police Memorial Foundation

A message from our Board of Directors

Press Release: Statement on Line of Duty Death of OPP Provincial Constable Tarun Bali

It is with great sadness that we inform our Membership that OPP Provincial Constable Tarun Bali, Dufferin County Detachment, Central Region died in the line of duty today while working with the James Bay Detachment, North East Region.

The circumstances related to the line of duty death are under investigation by the OPP’s Criminal Investigation Branch.

Our thoughts are with the Member’s family, friends, and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time.

OPP Association President David Sabatini stated “This is every police and family member’s worst nightmare. This is another reminder of the dangers that our Members face each and every day as they serve and protect the citizens of Ontario. On behalf of the OPP Association, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Provincial Constable Bali’s family, friends and colleagues. We will steadfastly support PC Bali’s family and co-workers.”

If our Members or family members are in need of support, please contact the Encompas Mental Health Wellness Program by calling or texting 1-866-794-9117, or by visiting encompascare.ca. This program is here to support Members and their families, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you are concerned about a colleague and think they may need support, please encourage them to contact Encompas.

Information regarding funeral arrangements will be shared as it becomes available.

We will continue to keep Members informed as further details are confirmed.

It is with deep sorrow that I confirm that OPP Provincial Constable Tarun Bali was killed in the line of duty this afternoon in Hearst. His courage and commitment to serving others will never be forgotten. As we grieve this immeasurable loss, I extend our heartfelt condolences to his loved ones, colleagues and the policing community.

Thank you to the Police Credit Union for the generous donation to the Ontario Police Memorial Foundation to honour our Ontario police officers who have died in the line of duty.

Thank you to the the Great Lakes Police Motorcycle Training Seminar for your generous donation to the Ontario Police Memorial Foundation to support honouring our Ontario police officers who have died in the line of duty.

Thank you to the Ontario Provincial Police Association for the generous donation to the Ontario Police Memorial Foundation to support honouring our Ontario police officers who have died in the line duty.

Thank you to the members and supporters of the Canadian Police Memorial - Ride to Remember for the generous donation to the Ontario Police Memorial Foundation to support honouring our Ontario police officers who have died in the line duty.

Photos from 2026 Ontario Police Memorial Ceremony of Remembrance

Watch the 27th Annual Ontario Police Memorial Foundation Ceremony of Remembrance live from Queen's Park, Toronto starting 10amET Sunday May 3rd, 2026 with the reading of the Honour Roll, followed by the March In at 10:30am, the Ceremony of Remembrance at 11am, and the March Past at 12pm. The event will livestream to YouTube, Facebook, X and LinkedIn. Links are posted online: ceremonyofremembrance.ca/live