Search continues for two possible drowning victims

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE

Case #: 24-58428

Search continues for two possible drowning victims 

The Windsor Police Service continues to search for two swimmers who went missing in the water near Sandpoint Beach. 

Shortly after 7 p.m. last night, officers responded to a report of possible drownings at Sandpoint Beach, located in the 10000 block of Riverside Drive East. Once on scene, officers learned that two men were swimming just west of the beach when they suddenly went under the water and did not resurface.

A search was quickly initiated with the support of the Windsor Police Marine Unit and drones. Windsor Fire and Rescue Services, Emergency Medical Services, and the Canadian and U.S. Coast Guards were also involved in the efforts.

The search will continue today with the assistance of the Ontario Provincial Police’s dive team.

The two missing men are described as East Indian, in their 20s, and wearing only swimming trunks.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Service at 519-255-6700, ext. 4000. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

If you or someone you know is an affected person in need of support, please call Victim Services Windsor Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Victim Assistance Unit at Windsor Police at 519-255-6700, ext. 4879.