UPDATE: Search for teen swept into Oldman River now a recovery mission: Lethbridge deputy fire chief
Lethbridge police have confirmed they’re assisting emergency crews in the search for a teen who was swept into the Oldman River Friday.
The Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services Water Rescue Team and divers spent the night searching the river near the Alexander Wilderness Park and Pavan Park along with the help of a police drone.
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Police said the call came in around 7:40 p.m.
Two youths were in the river, one of whom began to struggle getting out.
An adult who was with them also entered the water and tried to help the struggling boy who was swept down the river.
Police said crews also searched the river banks.
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The age of the youth has not been confirmed.
Police are asking the public to avoid the area.
They have stopped their search efforts for the night but will resume again Saturday.