Parkland RCMP request for information regarding Jackfish Lake boating incident

August 27, 2026 - Parkland County, Alberta
From: Alberta RCMP

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Parkland County, Alta. –  On Aug. 26, 2026, at approximately 7:15 p.m., Parkland RCMP received a 911 crash notification originating from Jackfish Lake. The notification indicated the sound of a boat engine running, but no other communication heard. 

Through investigation, police spoke with two individuals who reported that their inflatable boat had been struck by a Sea-Doo travelling at a high rate of speed. The collision caused both occupants of the inflatable boat to be ejected into the water. One occupant sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries. 

The male operator of the Sea-Doo is described as: 

• Mid to late 20s;
• Fair complexion;
• Stocky build;
• Brown, curly/wavy hair; and
• Facial hair. 

Parkland RCMP are seeking information to identify the male operating the Sea-Doo involved in this collision. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has further information pertaining to the collision is asked to contact the Parkland RCMP non-emergency line at 825-220-7267. If you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com, or through the “P3 Tips” app available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

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