Kelowna RCMP Conclude Operations at Okanagan Lake
The Kelowna RCMP, supported by the RCMP E Division Underwater Recovery Team, have successfully concluded operations at Okanagan Lake near the Downtown Marina. We would like to express our gratitude to the public for their cooperation throughout this operation.
The Kelowna RCMP can confirm that there are no concerns for public safety, as this was an isolated incident with no suspected criminality involved.
No further updates will be provided out of respect for those affected by this unfortunate incident.
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At approximately 4:30 am Saturday , Kelowna RCMP received a report of an adult male that had drowned.
A man drowned in Okanagan Lake at a marina located in downtown Kelowna on Saturday.
At approximately 4:30 am Saturday , Kelowna RCMP received a report of an adult male that had drowned.
Upon attendance, police, Central Okanagan Search and Rescue and the Kelowna Fire Department attended, but were unable to recover the deceased. Officers are awaiting the RCMP Underwater Recovery Team to recover the deceased. The cause of death has not been confirmed, however, it does not appear suspicious.
“Police are asking the public to stay away from the area of the marina to allow this important work to continue. Please keep all marine traffic 100 feet away from the marina and reduce wake in the area” said Sergeant Laura Pollock, Media Relations Officer.
No further details are available at this time.