Operator left to go fishing on Kincaid Lake, at approximately 1:20 P.M.  Operator told his mother he was going to fish until dark.  When he did not return she contacted the Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office.  A search for the missing boater was then conducted and Operator's boat was located.  The boat was found with the bow on the bank, in forward gear and at idle speed.  Operator was not located and was presumed to be over board.  Alcohol and or drugs use at this time are unknown.  The boat was equipped with the proper PFDs.  The boat was equipped with remote steering. 
On March 9th at approximately 1215 P.M., Operator's body was recovered from Kincaid Lake.  Operator was not wearing a PFD upon recovery.  Operator's body was turned over to the Rapides Parish Coroner's office, autopsy and toxicology reports are pending.
ALEXANDRIA                    