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Franck Gervais is shown dressed as a decorated solider at Remembrance Day ceremonies in Ottawa on Tuesday.
Franck Gervais is shown dressed as a decorated solider at Remembrance Day ceremonies in Ottawa on Tuesday.
(CBC NEWS)

Police investigating after suspicious soldier deemed a fake

Ottawa police are now investigating a Quebec man who is alleged to have illegally worn a Canadian Forces uniform during Remembrance Day ceremonies at the National War Memorial.

His chest adorned with medals, the man wore a paratrooper’s beret and the green DEU jacket of the land forces, with the ranks of sergeant.