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Toronto Sun
a day ago
- Toronto Sun
One child dead, another critical after their inflatable is hit by speed boat in North Vancouver
First responders helped police at the scene and tried to save two children, but one died at the waterfront and the other is in critical condition The scene at Cates Park in North Vancouver on Saturday, June 7, after a child was killed and another critically injured in a boating crash. Photo by Shane MacKichan A fun Saturday evening on the water in North Vancouver ended in tragedy when two kids being towed by boat in an inflatable tube were allegedly hit by a speed boat, leaving one dead and the other in critical condition. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account North Vancouver RCMP and other first responders were called to the waters off Cates Park at about 6:30 p.m. Emergency crews tried to give the children life-saving measures but one died at the waterfront. The second child was airlifted to hospital in critical condition. The operator of the speed boat was arrested and is in custody while police investigate the cause of the fatal crash. 'Alcohol and speed may have been a factor in the collision,' said RCMP Cpl. Mansoor Sahak in a statement on Sunday afternoon. 'Our sincerest condolences to the child's family and friends as they deal with this tragic loss of life,' said Sahak, who said victim services has been called in and is supporting the family. He said anyone who needs help dealing with the 'tragic incident' can call victim services at 604-969-7540. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The scene at Cates Park in North Vancouver on Saturday, June 7, after a child was killed and another critically injured in a boating crash. Photo by Shane MacKichan Anyone who saw the crash or what happened beforehand, or took video at the scene, is asked to call investigators at 604-985-1311. 'Police have received multiple calls from witnesses, but there may be more out there,' said Sahak. Eight units from B.C. Emergency Health Services, including an infant care team and a helicopter, along with crews from the Canadian Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue, assisted police at the scene. 'This was a major incident that required a response from multiple agencies. North Vancouver RCMP would like to thank everyone involved,' said Sahak. jruttle@ Read More The scene at Cates Park in North Vancouver on Saturday, June 7, after a child was killed and another critically injured in a boating crash. Photo by Shane MacKichan Canada World Sports Editorials Columnists
CTV News
2 days ago
- CTV News
‘Tragic' boating collision under investigation in North Vancouver
First responders are seen at Cates Park in North Vancouver after a boat collision on Saturday, June 7. An investigation is underway into what first responders are calling a 'tragic accident' on the water near Cates Park in North Vancouver Saturday evening. B.C. Emergency Health Services confirmed one person was airlifted to hospital in serious condition after a boating incident at approximately 6:30 p.m. The Joint Rescue Co-ordination Centre told CTV News the crash involved two pleasure crafts. A coroner was on site along with police, firefighters, paramedics, the Canadian Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue, but authorities have not officially confirmed any deaths. 'Our thoughts are with the families and all of those affected,' the search and rescue group wrote on social media Sunday. Just before 8:30 p.m., the North Vancouver RCMP said it was responding to a 'serious boat collision' and the Cates Park boat launch was closed for police to investigate. Mounties are yet to provide an update. On social media, District of North Vancouver Mayor Mike Little asked anyone who witnessed the incident to call the RCMP's non-emergency line.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
One killed in Vancouver's Cates Park boat crash; what we know about the ongoing investigation
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel A boat accident near Cates Park in North Vancouver on Saturday evening has left one person dead, as two boaters have collided. The incident occurred just before 5 p.m. PT on June 7, in the waters off the popular waterfront area, services, including Royal Canadian Mounted Police ( RCMP ), paramedics, fire crews, and the Canadian Coast Guard , responded swiftly to reports of a serious marine collision. Witnesses reported seeing police, fire crews, and paramedics rushing to the scene at around 6.30 p.m. PT, both by land and Emergency Health Services stated that one person was airlifted to a trauma hospital, and it is believed that this person later died due to the severity of their injuries. Details about the victim, including their identity and age, have not yet been publicly released pending family total, two ambulances, an air ambulance, and multiple fire rescue units were dispatched. The Canadian Coast Guard and North Vancouver RCMP also and onlookers at the busy waterfront area said they heard a loud bang, followed by the sight of a badly damaged vessel and passengers in distress. Some witnesses reported seeing people pulled from the water by emergency North Vancouver RCMP has launched an investigation into the cause of the incident. Officials have not yet confirmed the number of people involved or the extent of all injuries, but they have described the crash as of Sunday morning, there were no updates on the condition of the victim who was Brett Cunningham of the RCMP told local media that officers are continuing to gather witness statements and physical evidence to determine what led to the crash. Boaters in the area are being asked to come forward if they saw anything Park, also known by its Indigenous name Whey-ah-Wichen, is a popular spot for kayaking, canoeing, and boating. The area remains open to the public, but officials are urging visitors to stay away from active emergency zones.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
1 person airlifted to hospital after boat crash at North Vancouver's Cates Park
A person has been airlifted to hospital in serious condition after a boating incident at Cates Park in North Vancouver Saturday evening. North Vancouver RCMP say emergency crews are responding to a "serious boat collision" and the boat launch, known as Whey-ah-Wichen, has been closed while they investigate. Police are asking the public to avoid the area. The park is located at the eastern end of Dollarton Highway, along the Burrard Inlet shoreline. District of North Vancouver Fire and Rescue Services confirmed crews are on scene and urged people to stay away. B.C. Emergency Health Services says it received a call around 6:37 p.m. and responded with eight units, including a helicopter and the infant care team. One patient was flown to hospital in serious condition, the BCEHS confirmed. CBC News has reached out to the North Vancouver RCMP and the B.C. Coroners Service for more information. More to come.
CBC
2 days ago
- CBC
1 person airlifted to hospital after boat crash at North Vancouver's Cates Park
A person has been airlifted to hospital in serious condition after a boating incident at Cates Park in North Vancouver Saturday evening. North Vancouver RCMP say emergency crews are responding to a "serious boat collision" and the boat launch, known as Whey-ah-Wichen, has been closed while they investigate. Police are asking the public to avoid the area. The park is located at the eastern end of Dollarton Highway, along the Burrard Inlet shoreline. District of North Vancouver Fire and Rescue Services confirmed crews are on scene and urged people to stay away. B.C. Emergency Health Services says it received a call around 6:37 p.m. and responded with eight units, including a helicopter and the infant care team. One patient was flown to hospital in serious condition, the BCEHS confirmed.
