Tragedy Strikes as Two Dead After Boat Capsizes on Devon Lake
Two Bodies Recovered from Lake
Emergency crews pulled the bodies of a man in his 40s and a woman in her 60s from the lake on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. The victims were involved in a chilling capsizing incident. No other boats were implicated.
Third Passenger in Critical Condition
A woman in her 50s remains in critical care at Plymouth’s Derriford Hospital, fighting for her life after the terrifying ordeal.
Police and Agencies Launch Full Investigation
Devon & Cornwall Police are working closely with the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) and HM Coroner. The inquiry promises to be complex, with detectives striving to uncover exactly what went wrong.
“This has been a tragic incident in which two people have lost their lives,” said Superintendent Toby Davies.
“We continue to support all families involved, deploying specialist liaison officers. Our thoughts are with the families during this difficult time.”
“Parallel investigations will examine the circumstances of the MAIB incident and explore ways to prevent future tragedies.”
“These inquiries have already included liaison with HM Coroner and will continue over the coming week.”
