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Man observed stepping off Highway 400 bridge in Port Severn

Andrew Mendler
By Andrew Mendler

The Southern Georgian Bay OPP are seeking witnesses following an incident in Port Severn on July 6.

Police say around 8:30 p.m. a man was observed stepping off the Highway 400 northbound bridge in Port Severn. He was reportedly wearing a grey t-shirt, black pants and running shoes.

A coordinated response was launched involving multiple OPP units, including the Marine Unit, Aviation Services, and Underwater Search and Recovery.

Police say search efforts went well into the night with no results.

Police remain concerned for the wellbeing of the individual. Anyone who may have been driving by or swimming in this area at this time is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Andrew Mendler
Andrew Mendler
Andrew is Vista Radio's Cottage Country New Director, who manages news in Haliburton, Muskoka and Parry Sound. He was born in London, raised in Tillsonburg and has lived in Belleville, Huntsville, Midland and Bonnyville, Alberta. He currently resides in Parry Sound with his fiancé, two step kids, dog and two cats. After graduating Loyalist College, Andrew worked as a newspaper reporter for over a decade, before transitioning to broadcasting in 2023. If you have a news tip you'd like to share, email Andrew at amendler@vistaradio.ca.

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