A Brampton, Ont., man is facing a dangerous operation charge after a jet ski collided with a Toronto beach lifeguard’s patrol vessel in the Scarborough Bluffs.
The collision happened Thursday while a City of Toronto lifeguard was patrolling a designated swim zone aboard a patrol vessel, according to a Toronto Police Service news release.
Investigators allege a jet ski entered the swim zone and collided with the lifeguard’s vessel, throwing the lifeguard into the water.
The lifeguard suffered minor injuries, police say.
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Investigators allege the jet ski operator continued riding before another lifeguard directed him to shore.
Toronto police’s Marine Unit responded to the scene, investigated the collision and arrested the operator.
A 20-year-old man from Brampton, has been charged with dangerous operation of a conveyance. He is scheduled to appear in court on Aug. 25.
Police are reminding boaters and personal watercraft operators to obey posted restrictions, maintain safe speeds and stay clear of designated swimming areas.
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Anyone with information is asked to contact the Toronto Police Service’s Marine Unit.
“Ontario man” I guess that means he was born in Ontario?