Boater missing in Lake Ontario last seen in waters off of Oakville

Published October 7, 2020 at 1:17 pm

Rescue units are searching the waters of Lake Ontario after a boat has failed to return to shore.

Rescue units are searching the waters of Lake Ontario after a boat has failed to return to shore.

Eric Quimby is believed to have left the Oakville Club Marina Tuesday (Oct. 6) at approximately 10:40 am for a short sail west towards Stoney Creek.

Police say Quimby is known as a skilled sailor with more than 30 years’ experience and makes this trip often.

Police were contacted Tuesday evening when Quimby did not return. Quimby is believed to be the only person on board the boat. The boat is equipped with a motor.

Quimby is 65 years old and described white, 5’10”, 220 lbs with a medium build, short blonde hair, and blue eyes.

He was wearing a white t-shirt, dark sweater and red shorts. He is believed to have additional clothing including sweaters and windbreakers on the vessel.

The vessel is described as a 30-foot sailboat with a red and white hull.

Marine units from surrounding jurisdictions have been notified and are participating in the search.

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