The Owen Sound Transportation Company, which runs the Chi-Cheemaun ferry on Lake Huron, has issued a statement after a woman was killed after falling off the craft Friday.
“We extend our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of this passenger in this time of tragic loss,” said Susan Schrempf, president and CEO of the Owen Sound Transportation Company, in a written statement.
“Out of respect to those who have lost their dear friend and family member, we will not be making any further public statements.”
The Manitoulin OPP said the woman was found dead Friday after falling off the ferry, which was travelling between South Baymouth on Manitoulin Island and Tobermory.
OPP were called out around 11:26 p.m. June 21.* The Manitoulin OPP Marine Unit and the Canadian Coast Guard were able to locate the woman's body.
Her identity has yet to be released.
The Manitoulin OPP are continuing the investigation, but at this point in time, police say the death is not being considered suspicious.
*An earlier version of this story included an incorrect date. That has been corrected.
