A civilian’s quick reaction saved a boater who fell overboard into Lake Huron in July, says Lambton OPP
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Police said in a news release OPP and the Anishinabek Police officers were called out shortly after 6 pm July 26 by a report of a boater in the water near Bluepoint.
“Thanks to the quick and heroic actions of a civilian, the individual was rescued and brought to shore before emergency services arrived on scene,” police said.
The civilian heard a “mayday” call over marine radio, spotted the boater and was able to bring them to safety, police said.
The boater wasn’t injured, OPP said.
“The Lambton OPP extends its gratitude to the quick-thinking civilians who played a pivotal role in the rescue,” the release says.
Police said a 29-year-old Sarnia resident was charged under the Canada Shipping Act with failure to have proof of competency onboard a pleasure craft and operating a vessel with safety equipment that was not in good working order.
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“The OPP would like to remind all vessel operators that if you are out on the water to ensure you have the proper lifesaving equipment onboard (personal floatation device/lifejackets) as per the requirements of Transport Canada,” the release says.
No injuries in vehicle rollover
The driver of a car that rolled over July 31 on Kimball Road wasn’t injured, says Lambton OPP.
Police said in a news release officers were called out of St. Clair Township just before 12:30 pm by a report of a single-vehicle collision.
They found a northbound vehicle had rolled over and came to a stop on private property. The driver was alone in the vehicle.
A 48-year-old Chatham resident has been charged under the Highway Traffic Act with careless driving, police said.
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