One person charged following marine collision
Robert Recollet, 55, faces hit-and-run and dangerous operation charges after fleeing a July 4 boat and jet ski collision in McGregor Bay that injured one.
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LITTLE CURRENT–One person is facing charges following a marine collision that resulted in injuries.
On Saturday, July 4, 2026, at approximately 10:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), United Chief and Councils of Manitoulin Police Service Commission (UCCM Police) and Manitoulin-Sudbury Paramedic Services, responded to a reported collision involving a boat and a personal watercraft (jet ski) in McGregor Bay, within Whitefish River 91³ÉÈ˵¼º½.
The operator of the boat sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and was transported to hospital. The operator of the personal watercraft left the scene prior to police arrival.
As a result of the investigation, the operator of the personal watercraft, Robert RECOLLET, 55-years-old from Birch Island, was charged with:
- Fail to stop at accident resulting in bodily harm
- Dangerous operation causing bodily harm,
- Failing, after a collision, to give name of vessel or person in charge of vessel
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Marine Safety Reminder:
As residents and visitors continue to enjoy the Manitoulin area waterways this summer, the Manitoulin OPP encourages everyone to make safety a priority every time you head out on the water. Before departing, ensure you are equipped with the required safety equipment, plan for changing weather conditions, and always wear a life jacket. Operators are reminded that alcohol and drugs can impair judgement on the water just as it can on the road, and impaired driving laws still apply on all waterways. Safe and responsible operation helps prevents collisions and ensures everyone can enjoy Ontario's waterways safely throughout the boating season.
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