A regimental funeral for a Calgary police officer killed in the line of duty has been held today.
The service for Sergeant Andrew Harnett took place at 1 this afternoon and included a flypast by two CF-18s.
Harnett died on New Year’s Eve after he was struck and dragged by a vehicle during a traffic stop, and two teens have been charged with first-degree murder in his death.
The 37-year-old leaves behind his wife, Chelsea, who is pregnant with the couple’s first child and due this summer.
Harnett grew up in Hagersville, trained at CFB Borden, and one of his brothers, Jason, is the communications specialist for the town of Gravenhurst.
Regimental Funeral Procession for Sgt. Andrew Harnett
Today we honour our fallen colleague who led a life of service, of purpose and of principle. We will be live streaming the formal procession via this link – https://t.co/reoeGY8wLH
— Calgary Police (@CalgaryPolice) January 9, 2021
It is with great sadness that we pay tribute to Sgt. Andrew Harnett of the @CalgaryPolice as he is laid to rest today. On behalf of the OPP, we send our deepest condolences to Sgt. Harnett’s family, colleagues, friends and community. #Heroesinlife pic.twitter.com/jH00WTmoS8
— Thomas Carrique (@OPPCommissioner) January 9, 2021
Today we stand together to express our respect. #HvilOPP remembers fallen hero Sgt Andrew Harnett. @CalgaryPolice. Rest In Peace. #WeWillRemember #HeroesInLife pic.twitter.com/hkyluYUaF6
— OPP Central Region (@OPP_CR) January 9, 2021
Today, @CalgaryPolice will lay to rest Sgt. Andrew Harnett who lost his life serving the citizens of his community on Dec. 31, 2020. His sacrifice will be remembered by #BarriePolice & law enforcement officers across our country as we collectively mourn his death. #heroesinlife pic.twitter.com/eOUXQ2h1Hg
— Barrie Police (@BarriePolice) January 9, 2021