On 7/4/2011, at about 2247 hours, the decedent was attempting to disembark vessel 1 in order to board an adjacent vessel to which V-1 was tied, when he lost his footing and fell between the two vessels.  While falling, the decedent struck his head on the dive platform and then entered the water.  The decedent was recovered by Harbor Patrol Police via dragging braille at about 2257 hours.

The decedent was pronounced dead by GW Hosp. Physician at 2333 hours.

DCME Dr. determined the cause of death to be drowning accompanied by contusions and abrasions.  Toxicology results are pending.
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