South Bruce OPP respond to drowning in Paisley

(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) - One person is dead, following a drowning incident Monday, on the Saugeen River in Paisley.

May 12, at 1:31 p.m., the South Bruce OPP, Bruce County Paramedic Services and Arran-Elderslie Fire and 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 life-saving measures commenced.

A 25-year-old of Georgetown was pronounced deceased. The victim's identity will not be released to protect the 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 $2,000.