A man was rescued after going overboard from a B.C. Ferries vessel leaving Tsawwassen on Wednesday afternoon.
The man was transported to Delta Hospital, where he was reported to be in stable condition.
Delta police said the man is believed to have jumped from the vessel a few miles from shore, sustaining minor injuries.
“Our members are actively investigating the incident to determine why/how he ended up in the water,” said Staff Sgt. Mike Whiteley, media-relations officer for the Delta police.
The Spirit of Vancouver Island had left on its 1 p.m. sailing when the incident occurred and stopped while the crew mounted a rescue, which included having the Queen of New Westminster standing by.
The 1 p.m. sailing was delayed by about an hour in getting to Swartz Bay.
B.C. Ferries issued a statement thanking the crew “for their rapid response & professionalism.”
“We’re proud of you,” it said. “Thank you for keeping us safe every day.”
