WATKINS GLEN, NY (607NewsNow) – An arrest attempt turns into a rescue in Watkins Glen.

On the morning of March 26, authorities say they observed 24-year-old Xavier Beach riding a bike in the village. Beach, wanted for a probation violation in Schuyler County, took off. He eventually ditched the bike and fled on foot through the backyards of multiple residences.

A drone was deployed after police received a tip that Beach was headed for the swamp behind Walmart. When they caught up with him, Beach jumped into the canal to elude capture.

Schuyler County Sheriff’s deputies entered the canal to save Beach after he became weak from the cold water and strong current.

Beach was taken by ambulance to Schuyler Hospital and received treatment for exposure. After he was cleared medically, he was transferred to Schuyler County Jail with no bail.