Tragic drowning at Britannia Beach

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, June 4, 2024                10:52 am

(Ottawa) —The Ottawa Police Service regrets to advise that a drowning occurred at Britannia Beach yesterday.

Tragically, a 9-year-old boy was found unresponsive in the water around 3:50 p.m. Bystanders, police and firefighters began CPR until Ottawa Paramedics arrived and took over. Sadly, the boy was declared deceased in hospital.

We want to thank the bystanders and first responders for their valiant efforts in attempts to save him.

If you were present at the beach when the incident occurred, had any involvement, and have not yet spoken to police, please contact the West Criminal Investigations Section at 613-236-1222, extension 2666.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this incredibly difficult time.

If you need assistance, please get in touch with the Distress Centre of Ottawa or Kids Help Phone.

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Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 5366