Based on witness statements and evidence, the Victim launched Vessel 1 to go fishing.  Witness said Victim had difficulty rowing.  Victim rowed out of sight of the witness.  A short time later, another witness saw the Victim in the water trying to get back into Vessel 1.  Victim 1 indicated that he needed help; the witness called 911. Shortly thereafter the witness lost sight of the Victim.  When the police arrived, they located the Victim floating on his back.  A police Officer swam to the Victim and brought him back to shore.  Emergency Services transported the Victim to the hospital where he was pronounced deceased.
 
Investigation revealed that the capacity plate on Vessel 1 indicated a maximum capacity of 2 persons at 150 pounds; the Victim weighed 319 pounds.
Upper Sandusky                