Ontario Provincial Police | May 29, 2024


Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is seeking video footage in relation to a fatal two-vessel collision investigation on Bobs Lake.

Investigators are requesting anyone with video captured around the Bucks Bay area of Bobs Lake during the day and into the evening of May 18, 2024, to come forward. Any other witnesses who may have seen activity on the waterway prior to the fatal boat collision, which took place just after 9:30 p.m. that night, are also asked to contact police.

Three people were killed in that collision.

All the injured individuals transported to hospital are recovering from their injuries.

"We know this incident may have been traumatic for many community members, including family, friends and residents or visitors along the shores of Bucks Bay. We want everyone to know that, if you are having a hard time dealing with what you have seen or heard, help is available." - Staff Sergeant Jeremy Doolan, Acting Commander-Frontenac OPP

Anyone affected by this incident can contact Victim Services of Kingston and Frontenac online or by calling 613-548-4834 or by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Frontenac OPP continues to investigate the collision with assistance from an OPP Collision Reconstructionist and members of the Technical Collision Investigation Team, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner.

Anyone with any information is asked to call the Frontenac OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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