OPP Constable Tarun Bayley Killed in Line of Duty Near Hearst, 18-Year-Old Charged with Murder

Thunder Bay, ON — An 18-year-old suspect has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of Ontario Provincial Authorities Constable Tarun Bayley near Hearst, Ontario.

An 18-year-old suspect has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of Ontario Provincial Authorities Constable Tarun Bayley near Hearst, Ontario. The 29-year-old officer, originally from Brampton, was killed after being struck by a vehicle while members of the James Bay OPP were attempting to stop a vehicle. The accused had reportedly escaped from a hospital where he was being assessed under the Mental Health Act.


An 18-year-old suspect has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of Ontario Provincial Authorities Constable Tarun Bayley near Hearst, Ontario. The 29-year-old officer, originally from Brampton, was killed after being struck by a vehicle while members of the James Bay OPP were attempting to stop a vehicle.

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📍 Source: CTV News / TBT Newshour · By: Staff · 🗓️ June 15, 2026 · 🏠 ThunderBay.Online

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