The Durham Regional Police Service is profoundly saddened by the tragic death of Constable in Training (CIT) Tyrone Magbitang, 27, who was involved in a motor vehicle collision while travelling to the Ontario Police College on July 7, 2026.
CIT Magbitang joined the Durham Regional Police Service as a Special Constable in May 2023. In April of this year, he took the next step toward achieving his lifelong dream of becoming a police officer when he was selected as a police constable recruit.
Tyrone was a compassionate, dedicated, and service-driven individual who believed deeply in helping others and making a positive difference in the community. Following his Police Foundations education, he pursued a career in public safety with determination, humility, and an unwavering commitment to serving those around him.
Although his time with our Service was far too short, Tyrone made a lasting impression on everyone who had the privilege of knowing and working alongside him. He will be remembered for his kindness, professionalism, and the tremendous potential he brought to our organization. His loss is deeply felt throughout the Durham Regional Police Service and the wider policing community.
Today, CIT Magbitang will be transported from London, Ontario, to the Centre for Forensic Sciences (CFS) in Toronto. Loved ones and members of the Durham Regional Police Service will accompany him as a mark of respect and in recognition of his service and commitment to the profession he aspired to join.
On behalf of the Durham Regional Police Service, we extend our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to Tyrone’s family, friends, colleagues, and loved ones. We mourn alongside them and remain committed to supporting all those affected by this unimaginable loss.
We respectfully ask that the privacy of Tyrone’s family and those mourning his loss be honoured during this difficult time.
#heroesinlife
We are very saddened by the tragic sudden death of one of our active members.
We extend our deepest condolences to their family, friends and colleagues, and ask that everyone respect the privacy and wishes of our member's family.
Please reach in to anyone you know who may be struggling. Our Encompas Mental Health Wellness teams are available 24/7 by calling 1-866-794-9117 or online at https://t.co/swFndQUh2c.
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Full release: https://t.co/TpB6GT2zIc
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Want to donate? https://t.co/xM4yaGLv4R
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