A procession will bring fallen Toronto police officer Constable Marc Pinizzotto to a funeral home on Sunday, June 14, 2026. The Toronto Police Service announced the solemn event, which will see the officer's remains transported from the coroner's office to a funeral home in the city.
Details of the Procession
The procession is scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m. EDT from the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service building on Morton Shulman Avenue. From there, the cortege will travel to a funeral home in the west end of Toronto. The exact route has not been disclosed to the public, but police have asked residents to line the streets to pay their respects.
Constable Marc Pinizzotto
Constable Pinizzotto, a 12-year veteran of the Toronto Police Service, died in the line of duty earlier this week. The circumstances of his death have not been fully detailed, but he is being remembered as a dedicated officer and a beloved member of the community.
Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw expressed his condolences, stating, "Constable Pinizzotto made the ultimate sacrifice while protecting the citizens of Toronto. He will be deeply missed."
Community Response
The procession is expected to draw large crowds of fellow officers, public officials, and community members. Flags at Toronto Police headquarters and other government buildings are flying at half-mast in his honor.
A funeral service is planned for later in the week, with details to be announced by the family. Donations in Constable Pinizzotto's memory are being directed to the Toronto Police Service's Family Support Fund.
