RCMP were called to Lake of the Woods near Buffalo Point First Nation around 5:45 pm on Monday, July 6, 2020, for the report of a possible drowning.
According to police a 67-year-old man was fishing on the lake with two other men, a 74-year-old and a 59-year-old when he fell overboard while attempting to retrieve a fish from the water.
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The victim was not wearing a life jacket and began having difficulty in the water, say police.
The 59-year-old went into the lake to help the victim. He,with help from the other male, was able to get the 67-year-old into the boat and then to shore.
First aid was provided until paramedics arrived but the victim did not survive.
RCMP and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner continue to investigate.
© News4.ca 2020
