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OPP Appeals for Public Tips After Wolfe Island Toddler’s Drowning

Leeds County OPP is seeking public tips on the July 4 Wolfe Island drowning under file E250876060.

Leeds County OPP responded to a toddler drowning in the St. Lawrence River on Friday, July 4, 2025.
OPP cruiser

Overview

  • The incident took place shortly after 9:30 a.m. on Friday near Stoney Point Lane on Wolfe Island.
  • Family members and OPP officers performed resuscitation efforts before transporting the toddler to a regional trauma centre.
  • The child was later pronounced dead at the hospital and has been kept anonymous to protect family privacy.
  • Leeds County OPP opened an investigation under incident number E250876060 and is appealing to the public for information.
  • Anyone with relevant details is asked to call 1-888-310-1122 to assist the probe.