A Canadian Armed Forces member was found dead after going missing for three days in Eastern Europe.

Warrant Officer George Hohl was found deceased in Latvia on Friday while deployed on Operation Reassurance.

The Canadian Armed Forces are working with the Latvian authorities on the investigation.

The cause of the Warrant Officer’s death is still unknown.

Hohl was assigned to Operation Reassurance, collaborating with the Aviation Battalion within NATO’s Multinational Brigade-Lativa, as reported by the Canadian government.

Canada’s Department of Defense does not believe that this incident poses a threat to the remaining deployed members.

The Warrant Officer was a vehicle technician from the 408 Helicopter Squadron, based in Alberta, and had served in the Canadian Armed Forces for close to 20 years.

Warrant Officer George Hohl was found deceased in Latvia on Friday while deployed on Operation REASSURANCE

Hohl was a father and husband, and a Meal Train was set up for donations in support of his family

During his career, he was deployed multiple times on several operations.

Hohl was a father and husband, and a Meal Train was set up for donations in support of his family.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney shared a tribute for Hohl on Facebook: ‘It is with profound sadness that I learned about the passing of Warrant Officer George Hohl, a devoted member of the Canadian Armed Forces.’

‘Warrant Officer Hohl was part of NATO’s Multinational Brigade Latvia under Operation REASSURANCE – a brigade I had the privilege of visiting late last month.’

‘On behalf of all Canadians, I offer my deepest condolences to Warrant Officer Hohl’s family, friends, and to all those who served with him.’

Lieutenant General Steven Boivin, Commander Canadian Joint Operations Command, shared his condolences on the defense department’s news release: 

‘I am deeply saddened to learn of this outcome following the search efforts in Latvia over the last several days. 

‘My sincere condolences go to Warrant Officer Hohl’s family, loved ones, and friends during this challenging period. His two decades of service with the Canadian Armed Forces showcase his commitment to Canada both domestically and internationally.’

Operation REASSURANCE is the Canadian Forces’ largest overseas mission contributing to NATO’s defense efforts in Central and Eastern Europe

The Prime Minister announced the continuation of Operation REASSURANCE for an additional three years during his visit to Latvia in 2025

General Jennie Carignan, Chief of the Defence Staff, also added: ‘The loss of Warrant Officer George Hohl has hit us all very hard. 

‘On behalf of the entire Canadian Armed Forces, I extend my deepest sympathy to his family, friends, and colleagues. Warrant Officer Hohl will be honored for his extensive service, and our thoughts are with all who knew him in this time of great grief.’

Operation Reassurance is the Canadian Forces’ largest overseas mission contributing to NATO’s defense efforts in Central and Eastern Europe.

The objective since 2017 has been to strengthen Europe’s defense on the east against Russia, in the event of an invasion

The Prime Minister announced the continuation of Operation REASSURANCE for an additional three years during his visit to Latvia in 2025, according to the Department of National Defense. 

There are about 2,000 Canadian soldiers in Latvia as part of the operation.

The objective since 2017 has been to strengthen Europe’s defense on the east against Russia, in the event of an invasion.

Many refer to the mission as trip wire, according to CBC.