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Fruitvale Man Dies in Boating Accident on Kootenay Lake

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One man was killed and three others were sent to hospital in a boating collision on Kootenay Lake.

Creston and Kaslo RCMP responded to a report that a boat had struck a rock near Riondel at approximately 9 p.m. on October 11th.

Four people were on board at the time of the collision.

A 30-year-old male from Fruitvale succumbed to injuries on scene.

The three other occupants of the boat were transported to a local area hospital.

The investigation continues to determine the cause of the incident.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Creston RCMP at 250-428-9313.



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