(St. John’s, NL), June 3, 2022 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) have concluded search efforts in the Canning Lake area of Labrador West.

On Thursday, June 2, 2022, at approximately 6:10 pm, RNC Operational Patrol Services (OPS) responded to the area of Canning Lake in Labrador City after receiving a request for police assistance. Responding officers determined a boat had capsized in the area and one of the occupants was currently missing. Two other occupants were located safely in the area. Officers engaged in a search for the missing individual, involving partner agencies.

On Friday, June 3, 2022, shortly after noon, the missing individual was located in the Canning Lake area. The 32-year-old male from Wabush was confirmed deceased at the scene.

The RNC sends it sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

The RNC expresses its gratitude to our partner agencies; Ground Search and Rescue, Iron Ore Company of Canada, Labrador City Fire Department, Salvation Army, and several other community supports.

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Cst. James. C. Cadigan  #775
Media Relations & Public Communication
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
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