A boat collision off White Cloud Island in Georgian Bluffs has resulted in serious injuries.
On August 31, 2019, at 10:25 a.m. Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called after two boats collided on Georgian Bay off the west side of White Cloud Island. The collision involved two vessels, a 46-foot cruiser operated by a 51-year-old individual and a 17 ½ foot bowrider operated by a 61-year-old individual. There were 4 persons on the bowrider.
Grey Bruce OPP Marine Unit and Canadian Coast Guard attended the scene. Two occupants, the driver and a 26-year-old passenger from the smaller vessel, were transported to hospital by Bruce County Paramedics with serious injuries.
Both vessels were significantly damaged as a result of the collision and had to be towed to Wiarton Marina.
Grey Bruce OPP continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision. Anyone with information that can assist Grey Bruce OPP can 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 $2,000.
