News release
Iqaluit RCMP and Nunavut Coroner’s Office investigating drowning
October 30, 2025
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Iqaluit, Nunavut
From: Nunavut RCMP
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File: 2025-1602843
On October 28, 2025, at approximately 2:40 p.m, the Iqaluit RCMP received a report that a person was seen swimming in Frobisher Bay. Ten minutes after the initial report, police were advised the swimmer went under water and did not resurface.
At approximately 3:00 p.m, police and Iqaluit EMS recovered the body of the 32-year-old male.
Criminality is not suspected, and police are investigating the incident with the Nunavut Coroner’s Office.
The Iqaluit RCMP extend their condolences to the family and friends of the deceased and thank those who assisted in recovery efforts.