Norwalk Police Rescue Kayaker In Distress From Long Island Sound: Video

NORWALK, CT — Norwalk officers rescued a kayaker in distress found floating in Long Island Sound over the weekend, according to the Norwalk Police Department.

In a Facebook post, police said Marine Unit officers received a report Saturday around 4 p.m. of a kayaker in distress between Chimon and Cockenoe islands.

According to police, officers Owen Lee and Chris Kassimis spotted the kayaker signaling for help by waving a paddle overhead.

The kayaker, who was not wearing a life jacket, was staying afloat by clinging to two flotation devices and a life jacket, according to police.

Lee and Kassimis quickly brought the kayaker safely aboard the police vessel, police said.

The department also included a video of the rescue in their post, which can be viewed here.

"Thanks to their prompt response, the kayaker was rescued without injury and did not require medical attention," police wrote on Facebook. "We commend Officer Owen Lee and Officer Chris Kassimis for their swift actions, teamwork and dedication to protecting our community."