Two Navy Members Charged Following Fatal Inflatable Boat Incident Following the tragic death of Petty Officer 2nd Class Gregory Applin, two Royal Canadian Navy members have been charged with criminal negligence and negligent performance of military duties related to an incident involving an inflatable boat and an unlit buoy. The investigation has concluded, and the cases will proceed through the military justice system. Tragedy has struck the Royal Canadian Navy with the death of Petty Officer 2nd Class Gregory Applin, a 38-year-old sailor with 19 years of service. Applin, a resident of Shoal Cove West, Newfoundland and Labrador, lost his life after being ejected into frigid waters when an inflatable boat collided with an unlit buoy. This devastating incident has led to criminal charges against two other naval personnel. Master Sailor David Terry has been charged with one count of criminal negligence causing bodily harm and one count of negligent performance of military duties. Concurrently, Sailor 1st Class Alexandre Garrison faces charges of dangerous operation of a conveyance causing death and negligent performance of military duties. At the time of the alleged offenses, Terry was serving aboard HMCS Montreal, while Garrison was attached to the Naval Fleet School (Atlantic). The gravity of the situation was acknowledged in a joint statement by Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee, Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy, and Chief Petty Officer 1st Class Pascal Harel, Command Petty Chief Officer of the Royal Canadian Navy. They expressed that the news is difficult for everyone within the service and underscores the inherent dangers and demanding nature of naval operations, where errors can tragically result in loss of life. The statement emphasized the importance of accountability for both actions and inactions within the military. Topshee and Harel assured that the legal process for the accused will be independent, fair, and impartial, allowing them the opportunity to present their defense. They also noted that such catastrophic events are rarely attributable to a single cause or mistake, but rather a confluence of factors. The profound loss of Petty Officer Applin was described as weighing heavily on the entire naval service, and condolences were extended to his family. Brigadier-General Vanessa Hanrahan, Canadian Forces Provost Marshal, confirmed that the military police investigation has concluded. If the charges are pursued to full prosecution, the cases will be adjudicated within the Canadian military justice system.