OPP Sgt. Brandon Malcolm is being remembered across Northumberland.
As previously reported, Malcolm died after OPP reports of a single-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle near Cobourg on Hwy. 401 on the evening of Monday, April 27, 2026.
Earlier this week, OPP confirmed Malcolm was killed in the line of duty and pronounced deceased at the scene of the collision.
News of his death has reverberated throughout Northumberland and the province, and the community continues to rally to ensure his loved ones and the policing community know they’re not alone.
On Wednesday, April 29, a book of condolences was also set up at the Brighton OPP Detachment, where Malcolm officially hung his hat.
Mayor Brian Ostrander also called for all municipal flags at local facilities to be lowered to half-mast earlier this week in honour of Malcolm’s memory and service.
“We stand in solidarity with our local OPP detachment, the Malcolm family, and all those who serve and protect our communities,” said Ostrander. “We are reminded today of the profound dedication and sacrifice that comes with the call of duty,” he said, following the news of Malcolm’s passing.
Ostrander told MBC the community is still reeling days after the news of Malcolm’s death and keeping his loved ones and friends close to their hearts.
“(Malcolm) was someone I often saw out and about and certainly had (opportunities) to have quick chats with him, mostly during festivals and events,” continued Ostrander. “And we (could) always count on Sgt. Malcolm to be available to us.”
Malcolm joined OPP in June 2020. His career goal after serving with the Toronto Police auxiliary and Canadian Armed Forces was to become a police officer, OPP Commissioner Thomas Carrique shared earlier this week.
Carrique – and many other colleagues around the province in recent days – have described Malcolm as a highly accomplished and respected member of OPP’s Golden Helmets precision motorcycle team. His colleagues also described him as someone who deeply valued community and his duty, as well as a trusted leader who fostered a supportive environment.
The 33-year-old served his entire policing career attached to Northumberland OPP.
Reflecting back on Monday, Ostrander said: “It’s a tragic day for Northumberland OPP and the OPP in general and the policing community – but it’s a shock to Brighton.”
While extending condolences to the sergeant’s family, friends and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time, Ostrander also encouraged people to reach out when they need help and said the community will answer the call.
Ostrander also noted he’s reached out to Insp. Mike Cavanagh directly.
“I’ve reached out to the detachment commander to let him know Brighton stands with the OPP, the policing community, and that we’re here to do whatever the local detachment needs or the family needs during this time,” Ostrander told MBC.
In addition to the book of condolences set up in Brighton, people have been leaving flowers and memorials at the Cobourg detachment, and a memorial motorcycle was also set up outside there today.
You can read our earlier coverage involving tributes from several local leaders here.
To read earlier coverage on the investigation and involving Carrique, click here.
Yesterday, OPP also released additional details on the investigations involving the motorcycle crash and a secondary collision and stated that funeral arrangements are still in the early stages.
(Written by: Sarah Hyatt)
