Iconic Shaper Timmy Patterson Hospitalized After Scary Surfing Accident

Published
June 11, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Dana Point, California
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Incident type
Other

Summary

Accident Dana Point California in Dana Point, California: Timmy Patterson, a renowned surfboard shaper from Dana Point, was surfing on the south Orange County coast on June 10 when he suffered multiple hold‐downs that caused his heart to stop. His son pulled him out of the water and lifeguards and paramedics resuscitated him on the beach before transporting him to a hospital where he was sedated for about twelve hours. Patterson is now recovering, walking and speaking, and is expected to return home soon.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Timmy Patterson Unknown Injured

Original reporting

Iconic Shaper Timmy Patterson Hospitalized After Scary Surfing Accident

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