Marine Unit Rescues Distressed Boaters on Lake Ontario

A vessel and its occupants were safely escorted to shore after being observed in distress on Lake Ontario.

On Wednesday, September 30, 2026, West Division received a call for service regarding a vessel observed on Lake Ontario that appeared to be in distress.
 
Members of the DRPS Marine Unit were conducting training exercises on Lake Ontario when they responded to the call. Officers located the vessel a considerable distance from shore, as the small aluminum vessel was experiencing difficulty navigating the rough waters.

Two DRPS Marine Unit vessels safely escorted the vessel and its three occupants back to shore without incident. 

No injuries were reported.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Sgt. Ricard of the DRPS Marine Unit at 905-579-1520 ext. 5252.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation.  These allegations have yet to be proven in court. 

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