A Canadian Armed Forces member deployed in Latvia has gone missing. Search efforts are underway as officials confirm investigation with local police.
CAF Confirms Missing Member in Latvia
A Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) member deployed in Latvia has been reported missing since Tuesday, according to the Department of National Defence (DND). Officials confirmed that search efforts are ongoing in coordination with local authorities.
Identity and Service Details Released
The missing member has been identified as Warrant Officer George Hohl, a vehicle technician from 408 Tactical Helicopter Squadron, based in Edmonton. Hohl was deployed with the aviation battalion as part of Canada’s contribution to the NATO Multinational Brigade in Latvia.
Last Known Location
Lt.-Gen. Steve Boivin, Commander of the Canadian Special Operations Forces Command, stated that Hohl was last seen in the town of Adazi, northeast of Latvia’s capital, Riga. The local police are leading the investigation, with Canadian military personnel assisting on the ground.
Family Notified and Supported
The Department of National Defence confirmed that Hohl’s next of kin has been informed. Support services and liaison officers have been assigned to assist the family during the ongoing search.
International Cooperation in Search Efforts
The CAF emphasized that the search is being carried out in close collaboration with Latvian authorities. NATO allies stationed in the region have also been made aware of the situation.
Broader Context of Deployment
Canada has maintained a military presence in Latvia as part of NATO’s enhanced Forward Presence mission since 2017. The deployment is aimed at reinforcing collective defence in the Baltic region.
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