Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Const. Jared Moore is being praised for his heroic, life-saving actions in a recent incident on Round Lake.
Moore, an officer with the Upper Ottawa Valley detachment, was off-duty and out for a walk with family members on Feb. 24 when he saw two snowmobiles attempting to cross a section of open water near the mouth of the Bonnechere River.
While the first machine made it across, police say the second, along with its driver, plunged into the frigid water. The rider of the first machine attempted to rescue the second. The two riders were a husband and wife from western Ontario, police say.
Const. Moore worked with the husband in attempts to rescue the woman from the water and eventually the husband slipped into the water to help his spouse, who was losing the ability to move.
Const. Moore was able to pull both individuals from the water and then provided first aid until Renfrew County paramedics and other first responders could arrive. Both husband and wife were transported to hospital to be treated for potential hypothermia.
Later that day Const. Moore, still off-duty, picked up the couple at the hospital, drove them back to Round Lake and assisted in loading up the snowmobile that was still on the ice.
His actions are being praised.
“I want to thank Const. Moore for his selfless actions. Despite being off-duty, Jared didn’t hesitate to jump into action, exhibiting the traits and dedication that exemplify the commitment and dedication of being a member of the Ontario Provincial Police,” said Superintendent Darryl Sigouin.
(Written by Sherry Haaima)
