SASKATOON – Water rescue crews pulled a deceased 20-year-old Saskatoon man out of the South Saskatchewan River on Sunday morning.
Around 4 a.m., Saskatoon police received a call indicating someone had fallen into the river from the University Bridge.
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Investigators determined that a group of young men had been crawling through the arches underneath the bridge when one of them fell.
Another member of the group went in to the water in a life-saving attempt, but was unsuccessful.
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Saskatoon Fire and Protective Services conducted a water rescue operation with the assistance of an air support unit.
Shortly after 9:30 a.m., the body was recovered approximately 120 yards downstream.
Police do not suspect foul play but alcohol is considered to be a contributing factor.
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