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Body recovered from South Sask. River believed to be missing jet-skier: police

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Police have recovered a body from the South Saskatchewan River, believed to be Adan Vargas Salvador, who went missing on June 20 after riding a jet-ski over Saskatoon's weir. His jet-ski was found shortly after he was last seen in distress. While dental records are being tested for official confirmation, his family has been notified. The body was found about 30 kilometers north of the city. This incident highlights the dangers of riding watercraft over natural obstacles like weirs. Readers should follow police updates for the official identification and any further details on the investigation.

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Jargon, Translated

South Sask. River
Short for South Saskatchewan River, a major river in central Saskatchewan, Canada.
jet-skier
A person who rides a jet ski, a personal watercraft.
weir
A small dam or low obstruction built across a river to raise its water level or control flow.
RM of Corman Park
Rural Municipality of Corman Park, a rural administrative area in Saskatchewan, Canada, surrounding Saskatoon.
SPS
Abbreviation for Saskatoon Police Service, the law enforcement agency for Saskatoon.

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Confirmed Facts

  • A body was recovered from the South Saskatchewan River.
    Reported by: Global News, CTV News, CBC News
  • The body is believed to be a missing jet-skier.
    Reported by: Global News, CBC News
  • The missing jet-skier went missing after going over Saskatoon’s weir.
    Reported by: Global News

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  • The recovered body is tentatively identified as Adan Vargas Salvador.
    Source: Global News
  • Adan Vargas Salvador was a Mexican citizen.
    Source: Global News
  • The jet-ski was found and pulled from the water.
    Source: Global News
  • The body was recovered approximately 30 kilometers north of Saskatoon, near the Clarkboro Ferry.
    Source: Global News

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