On August 10, 2023, members of the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) Trenton, Colchester Guardian Rescue and the Leamington Fire Service responded to a report of a female in distress in Lake Erie approximately 200m off the Leamington Pier.

The individual is described as:

• Female
• 5 feet 5 inches tall
• 180 pounds
• Black hair
• Black or dark purple bathing suit

If you know anyone matching the description and is overdue or if you or someone else was on Lake Erie in the Leamington area between 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. on August 10, 2023, please call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Officers want to speak to this person to ensure their well-being.

Photo by Chris Anson