Bystander Helps Save Driver

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 11:29 AM

A bystander is getting credit for a quick rescue after a suspected drunk driver went off the Arcadia Point boat launch near Shelton and into the water.

A bystander is getting credit for a quick rescue after a suspected drunk driver went off the Arcadia Point boat launch near Shelton and into the water. The Mason County Sheriff’s Office says nobody was hurt. The vehicle ended up about 30 feet offshore, creating a serious hazard for boats using the launch. Deputies closed the ramp while crews arranged to pull the vehicle out. You can see photos and full details at the Mason County sheriff’s Facebook page.

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