At approximately 10:18 PM two subjects were running a trot line near the Black River lock and dam.  The boat they were using was a 12' Bateau without any type of motor.  While running their trot line this boat overturned and partially sank.  Neither man was wearing a PFD and, there were no PFD's found in the boat.  According to a witness the men did not take any PFD's with them and they both had been drinking alcohol.  Dragging operation began that night and continued until approximately 3 AM the next morning.  At approximately 7 AM dragging operation began again and their bodies were found at approximately 8:41 AM and 8:46 AM.  Catahoula Parish Coroner Raymond Rouse sent the bodies off for an autopsy.



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