On September 3, 2020 at 8:01 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of 2 teens being swept off the pier by a large wave at the main beach in Kincardine. Officers attended with members of the Kincardine Fire and Emergency Services and Bruce County paramedics to find the teens had returned to shore.

An adult that had jumped in to help the teens was recovered, unresponsive, from the water. They were taken to a local hospital where they were pronounced deceased. Their name is being withheld pending next-of-kin notification.

The south pier has been closed in the interest of public safety. Members of the public are asked to avoid the area until it re-opens.

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).

source: media release, South Bruce OPP