38-Year-Old York Regional Police Officer Died After A Serious Car Collision In Markham
He was pronounced deceased at the scene.
On Wednesday morning, a York Regional Police officer died after a fatal car collision in Markham.
Chief Jim MacSween confirmed in a press release on Wednesday that Constable Travis Gillespi, a York Regional Police (YRP) officer, was "tragically killed" after a collision at Major Mackenzie Drive and Warden Avenue in the City of Markham.
At 6:00 a.m. on Wednesday, the police tweeted that there was a "serious collision" and asked people to avoid the area.
The 38-year-old constable was driving a white Honda Accord, and a 23-year-old was driving a Porche Cayenne.
The 23-year-old was transported to the hospital, and Constable Travis Gillespi was pronounced dead at the scene.
Brantford Police Association said in a tweet that the constable was on his way to work when the fatal collision occurred.
Peel Regional Police Major Collision Unit will be taking over the investigation to ensure that YRP members "are not further traumatized by the incident," the press release stated.
Gillespi was sworn in as a constable on April 29, 2020, and is survived by his parents, loved ones and colleagues.
"This is devastating news for all members of our organization," said Chief Jim MacSween in a statement. "I offer my deepest condolences to Travis' family, friends and colleagues. It's never easy to lose a member, and to have lost Travis so unexpectedly is very difficult."
At this time, investigators are looking for witnesses who saw the collision. Anyone with information, dashcam footage or residential video surveillance of the crash is asked to come forward.
Those with information can call 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7704, to reach a Peel Police investigator or call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS.
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