Natuashish GSAR helps RCMP rescue swimmer in distress
With the assistance of Natuashish Ground Search and Rescue, police in Natuashish successfully rescued a swimmer in distress Saturday night.
Shortly after 9:00 p.m. on June 6, officers received a report that a person was in the water at Sango Pond, and was in visible distress, having difficulty staying afloat and yelling for help.
Police attended the scene and located a man in the water approximately 300m from shore. Natuashish Ground Search and Rescue was engaged and two volunteers arrived on scene with a canoe to assist the man.
Officers and GSAR volunteers were able to bring him safely to shore where an ambulance was waiting. He was taken to the local clinic for assessment and treatment.
An investigation into how the male entered the water is ongoing at this time.
The Natuashish RCMP would like to thank the members of the Natuashish Ground Search and Rescue for their quick action and support during this event. Ground Search and Rescue teams across the province go above and beyond to help those who find themselves in emergency situations and or in need of aid. RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador thanks all dedicated GSAR volunteers for your commitment to the safety of our communities, not only in this incident but year-round across the province.
RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador also acknowledges the impact that this incident may have on those who witnessed it. Witnessing a sudden emergency such as this can have a significant emotional impact, even for those not directly involved, and we encourage anyone affected to seek support from community resources, including
- Healing Lodge (709-478-2501)
- Mental Health and Addictions at Labrador Grenfell Health (709-478-8871)
- 8-1-1
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