Victim apparently drowned while fishing after falling or being ejected from his boat. The boat then proceeded unoccupied in circles. A nearby boater made the call for assistance and was also able to jump in the unoccupied craft and stop it. He then held it in place until first responders arrived. A search operation was started using divers, dragging, side-scan sonar and underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV). Recovery assistance was provided by three other counties, DNR officers and the State Patrol. Recovery operations continued through 8/20, when the side-scan sonar indicated a potential target. The ROV was then launched and confirmed it was the victim. The victim was recovered by divers.
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