Death Of 17-Year-Old At Comox Lake

Comox Valley RCMP are investigating a tragic incident that resulted in the death of a 17-year-old male at Comox Lake.

Around 945pm Saturday night, first responders were called to the area known as Devil’s Ladder at Comox Lake, where it was reported that a youth had jumped from a cliff into the water and failed to resurface.

Nearby paddleboarders located the young man and immediately began CPR.

Firefighters arrived shortly after and took over life-saving efforts.

The youth was transported to hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.

"This is a heartbreaking loss for the community," said Cst. Monika Terragni, Comox Valley RCMP Media Relations Officer.

"A young life, just 17 years old — it’s a tragedy that touches everyone, whether you knew him personally or not."

The BC Coroners Service is conducting its own investigation to determine how, where, and by what means the youth came to his death.

At this time, there is no evidence to suggest that criminality was involved.

Police say that out of respect for the family and the ongoing investigations, no further information will be released.