Langley man drowns at Cultus Lake

Chilliwack

2024-09-09 10:36 PDT

File # 2024-39439

On September 7, 2024, Chilliwack RCMP were called to Entrance Bay at Cultus Lake. A man reportedly had gone into the water and failed to resurface. Bystanders in the area immediately began looking for the man but were unable to locate him.

Chilliwack RCMP, Chilliwack Search and Rescue, Cultus Lake Fire Department, and BC Emergency Health Services all attended to assist in the search for the man. An extensive search was conducted both on foot and by boat but the man was not located that day.

The BC RCMP Dive Team attended on September 8, 2024, and were able to locate and recover the man’s body. The BC Coroner Service attended the scene and confirmed there were no indications of foul play. The man’s next of kin have been notified.

"The Chilliwack RCMP would like to thank all those who assisted with the search" said Cpl. Brett Urano, RCMP spokesperson. "We have actively engaged our victim services team to support the family after this tragic incident.

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