FWC Division of Law Enforcement Weekly Report July 31, 2015 thru August 6, 2015

(Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.) FWC Division of Law Enforcement   Weekly Report July 31, 2015 thru August 6, 2015 This report represents some events the FWC handled over the past week; however, it does not include all actions taken by the Division of Law Enforcement. Patrol, Protect, Preserve NORTHWEST REGION CALHOUN COUNTY Officer Baber was on foot patrol at Blountstown Landing.  He was conducting a freshwater fisheries inspection when he noticed a vessel tied off to the river wall that was sitting low in the water.  The 20‑foot Hydra Sport vessel was tied approximately 15 yards off shore with an elderly female occupant on board.  Officer Baber called out to the female and asked if the vessel was taking on water.  She replied that it was.  As Officer Baber moved toward the vessel, it immediately capsized throwing the elderly lady into approximately seven feet of water.  The lady panicked and yelled for help that she couldn’t swim.  Officer Baber quickly removed his gun belt and entered the water.  Officer Baber swam to the lady in distress and safely pulled her back to shore.  Officer Baber evaluated the lady for injuries and then helped secure the capsized vessel. OKALOOSA COUNTY Officer H. Rockwell responded to the Shoal River after learning that some tubers were stranded in bad weather.  After a search, Officer Rockwell located the tubers.  They were all returned safely to a nearby boat ramp. COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING Lieutenant Hollinhead spoke to a youth group at Life Point Church in Crestview.  He discussed the roles of the agency and the role and duties of a Fish and Wildlife officer.  He also answered questions on other various topics.  Approximately 35 youth were in attendance.

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