Kamloops Search and Rescue (KSAR) was tasked out by BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) to respond to a potential drowning incident at Kamloops Lake on the evening of Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025.
"An individual was reported to be swimming towards a dock near Bruker Marina, but did not reach it," KSAR posted on its Facebook page Monday, Aug. 25. "The Tobiano Volunteer Fire Department arrived on scene within minutes, along with BCEHS and Tk'emlups RCMP."
KSAR said by using an underwater drone, also known as a Remotely Operated Vehicle, and with the assistance of Central Okanagan Search and Rescue, the body was located by SAR on the lake floor that night at 11:00 p.m.
The individual was recovered by the RCMP dive team on Sunday, with support from KSAR, the RCMP and the Tobiano Volunteer Fire Department.
"KSAR extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the individual during this difficult time. We recognize the profound sorrow and loss that comes with such a tragedy, and we want to express our deepest sympathy to all those affected. Our thoughts are with you as you navigate through this challenging period," noted the Facebook post.
