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Sudbury swimmer in critical condition after allegedly being struck by a boat
Sudbury swimmer in critical condition after allegedly being struck by a boat

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time01-08-2025

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Sudbury swimmer in critical condition after allegedly being struck by a boat

The shore of Lake Nepahwin near Stewart Drive after the police presence cleared on August 1, 2025. (Angela Gemmill/CTV News Northern Ontario) A 52-year-old woman is in critical condition after allegedly being struck by a boat while swimming in Lake Nepahwin on Friday morning. The Greater Sudbury Police Service, along with paramedics and fire crews, responded to the incident just before 11 a.m. 'According to witnesses, a 52-year-old woman was swimming in open water when it appeared that she was struck by a passing vessel,' police said in a news release. The victim sustained significant injuries and received immediate aid from bystanders before being transported to Health Sciences North. She remains in the ICU in critical condition. Ongoing police investigation Sudbury police's traffic and forensic units are leading the investigation. Officers are using aerial imaging via a remotely piloted aircraft system, commonly referred to as a drone, and conducting interviews to gather evidence. 'We extend our thoughts to the individual and her family during this difficult time,' police said. A visible police presence remained for several hours near Stewart Drive and Nepahwin Beach as the investigation continued. CTV News confirmed police had cleared the area as of 5 p.m. Authorities are urging anyone with information or video footage of the incident to contact police at 705-675-9171. Police said further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses. With files from journalist Angela Gemmill

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