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Man dies after being found in Annette Lake at Jasper National Park in Alberta

JASPER, Alta. — A 39-year-old man has died after being found in a lake at Jasper National Park in Alberta.

RCMP say they responded around 5 p.m. Monday to Annette Lake for a call about a possible drowning.

When officers arrived, they found parks personnel and EMS on scene trying to save the man's life.

Police say they were unable to resuscitate him.

Mounties thanked the people, including family and tourists, who tried to help.

Police say there's no indication the death is criminal but an investigation is ongoing with the assistance of the chief medical examiner in Edmonton.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published on Aug. 4, 2020

The Canadian Press

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