RedactedNarrative: Victim #1 was operator of vessel #1. He was paddling along with passenger when he stood up inside the canoe, lost his balance and fell into the water.  He was unable to get back to the canoe because of a strong current and drowned. The PD report for this incident was unclear on what type of PFD operator was using or if he was wearing one when he drowned.  The report was also unclear about whether the deceased had any injuries prior to drowning.  The case was left open at the time of this report pending autopsy.  No damages to the vessel were reported.
NameOfBodyOfWater: Au Sable River
NearestCityTown: Oscoda