A man was rushed to hospital following a jet ski collision on Loch Lomond on Thursday, 9 July 2026, as authorities warned against 'reckless behaviour' amid soaring temperatures. Emergency services responded to the incident near Bouturich shore and Balloch Park at approximately 4.55pm.
Casualty Suffers Leg and Chest Injuries
The man sustained injuries to his legs and chest after a collision between two jet skis, according to a spokesperson from Loch Lomond Rescue Boat (LLRB). The LLRB crew conducted a full assessment, secured the jet ski, and used a stretcher to transfer the casualty onto the lifeboat. The individual was then transported to Duncan Mills Slipway, where he was handed over to the Scottish Ambulance Service and Police Scotland for further care. No further details on his condition have been released.
Images shared by the rescue team show the casualty wrapped in a foil blanket being rushed to safety, with a police vehicle and ambulance visible on the shore.
New Measures to Tackle Reckless Behaviour
The incident comes as Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park Authority announced new measures and patrols following a spike in 'dangerous, reckless and aggressive behaviour' from some boat and jet ski users. These include new CCTV on patrol boats and increased resources for park Rangers. Members of the public and boat users are urged to report any reckless behaviour.
Gordon Watson, chief executive of the National Park Authority, said: 'While the majority of visitors enjoy the National Park responsibly, the reckless behaviour of this growing group of jet ski users is a serious concern, with a real risk of injury or worse. It's completely unacceptable and won't be tolerated. Our Rangers will have an increased presence this weekend, and our boat patrols will now be recording footage of any concerning behaviour to support prosecutions - in recent weeks fines have already been issued.'
Police and Rescue Response
A Police Scotland spokesperson confirmed: 'Around 4.55pm on Thursday, 9 July, 2026, we were made aware of a man injured following a collision involving a jet ski in the water at Loch Lomond, Balloch. Emergency services attended and the man was taken to hospital for treatment.'
The LLRB spokesperson added: 'Working alongside the Rangers, the jet ski was secured and our stretcher utilised to safely transfer the casualty onto the lifeboat. Following assessment and ongoing observations, the casualty was transported to Duncan Mills Slipway where he was handed over to colleagues from Scottish Ambulance Service and Police Scotland for further care.'
