Overview
- The Canadian Forces Military Police, which announced the charges Wednesday, named Master Sailor David Terry and Sailor First Class Alexandre Garrison in the Bedford Basin capsizing that led to Petty Officer 2nd Class Gregory Applin’s death.
- Investigators charged Terry with criminal negligence causing bodily harm under the National Defence Act and with negligent performance of military duties.
- Garrison faces charges of dangerous operation of a conveyance causing death under the National Defence Act and negligent performance of military duties.
- Military police said any prosecution will take place in the military justice system and they will withhold further evidence to protect the process, noting the accused are presumed innocent.
- Navy leaders expressed condolences and said such tragedies often result from several factors, while records show the rigid-hull inflatable hit an unlit buoy on January 24, 2025, and Applin, 38, later died in hospital after rescue.