RedactedNarrative: Vessel – 25’ Open Motorboat, Outboard engine, HP unknown, propeller 
  
  On 11/11/2023, at about 1:00 p.m., this vessel was cruising with passengers by the 1st South bridge, Duwamish Boat launch area of the Duwamish River, nearest the city of Seattle, WA in King County.
  
  According to Law Enforcement, the three left to look for salvage logs near the Duwamish Boat launch. On the return trip, passengers were sitting on the bow and Operator was driving. Operator somehow fell overboard. Subject1 controlled the boat, turned and tried to rescue Operator but he slipped under the water and could not be found. Subject1 and Subject2 did not report the incident until 15 hours later and even then, only to a family member. Police investigation is underway, case #2023-326921, Seattle Police Department
  
  1 Fatality
  Alcohol Involvement: Alcohol use, impairment unknown
  PFD: No
  Vessel Operator Mandatory Boater Education Card: no
  
NameOfBodyOfWater: Duwamish River
NearestCityTown: Seattle                       