Remains of missing Alberta man recovered from the Kootenay River
By Castlegar Source
The remains of the missing Edmonton man, who was swept away on July 30, 2020 while attempting to rescue his family’s dog, was pulled from the Kootenay River Tuesday.
On Aug. 18, just before 12 p.m., front line RCMP officers from Kimberley and Cranbrook were called to a section of the Kootenay River, approximately six km south of the Canal Flats Bridge, where the deceased was spotted in a now shallow portion of the river.
Columbia Valley RCMP notified the BC Coroners Service, who has now launched an independent and concurrent fact finding investigation into the man’s sudden passing.
His remains were safely recovered from the river with the support of area search and rescue crews.
RCMP wish to extend its deepest condolences to the victim’s family, who continue to ask for privacy during this very difficult time, said Cpl. Jesse O’Donaghey of the BC RCMP Southeast District.
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