12-year-old saves family member from drowning in Lake Erie

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A swimmer has been rescued from a potential drowning incident in Lake Erie thanks to the actions of a 12-year-old family member.Ontario Provincial Police say officers were called to Port Dover Beach just after 4:30 p.m. Saturday afternoon to treat a 65-year-old man who experienced a medical episode while swimming.Police say the swimmer’s 12-year-old family member recognized signs of distress and pulled the man back to shore.They say a nearby bystander performed CPR and successfully revived the man, who was then taken to a nearby hospital by paramedics. No serious injuries were reported. “Norfolk OPP commends the swift and courageous actions of both the young rescuer and bystander,” police said in a release. “Swimmers are strongly encouraged to wear personal flotation devices (PFDs), swim with a companion, and, when possible, choose locations supervised by trained lifeguards.”