(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) – One person has died following a drowning incident that occurred on the Saugeen River in Paisley.

On May 12, 2025, at 1:31 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Bruce County Paramedic Services and the Arran-Elderslie Fire & Emergency Services responded to a report of an individual in distress in the Saugeen River.



The individual was brought to the shore by members of the public and lifesaving measures commenced.

A 25-year-old from Georgetown was pronounced deceased. The victim’s identity will not be released due to privacy of the family.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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