(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Marine Unit responded to an incident at an Ordnance Avenue, Turkey Point, Norfolk County, Ontario address.
On Monday, August 4, 2014 at approximately 3:38 p.m., members of the Norfolk County Marine Unit responded to the Turkey Point Marina channel after a male fell off the back of a personal watercraft.
Through investigation, it was determined that a personal watercraft was travelling through the Turkey Point Marina when for unknown reasons the male fell off. The male was wearing a life jacket when he entered the channel however he panicked after losing his glasses and subsequently took in water.
A 21 year old male from Sri Lanka, was transported to a local area hospital for precautionary measures.
“Boating is a great activity and the OPP are urging everyone to be prepared for that day on the water. It will increase your safety and enjoyment of boating,†comments Sergeant Jim Millson, Norfolk County OPP Detachment Marine Coordinator