Campobello RCMP are investigating the sudden death of a man from the United States. At 12:30 yesterday afternoon RCMP responded to an emergency call regarding a man and woman who were recovered from the water . The man, who was in serious condition, was taken to hospital in Machias, ME where he was pronounced dead.
The preliminary investigation has determined that the couple had crossed from Campobello Island, to Head Harbour Lighthouse, not aware that the tide was beginning to rise. When they left the walkway was submerged. While attempting to make the return crossing, the man lost his footing and was swept away by the tide. A nearby boater responded and was able to bring both the man and woman to shore.
