Statement on death of Abdirahman Abdi
The CCR is deeply distressed at the tragic death of Abdirahman Abdi following a troubling altercation with officers of the Ottawa Police Service.
We extend our sincere condolences to Mr Abdi’s family and to all who knew him as a friend and neighbour.
Mr Abdi came to Canada to escape violence in Somalia. We regret profoundly that he was not able to find a haven from violence in Canada.