Advertisement

Swimmer seriously hurt by boat propeller at Echo Lake

A swimmer had to be rushed to hospital after he was struck by a boat in Echo Lake Monday night. File / Global News

REGINA – A swimmer had to be rushed to hospital after he was struck by a boat in Echo Lake Monday night.

RCMP in Fort Qu’Appelle were called out to the lake near the resort village of B-Say-Tah where a pontoon boat’s propeller hit a 21-year-old Regina man while he was swimming.

Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story.

Get breaking National news

Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

The swimmer suffered serious injuries and was transported to a Regina hospital by STARS air ambulance.

Police are still investigating the incident.

Sponsored content

AdChoices