At this time 5/19/11.  This is an on-going investigation.  According to witnesses the 2 occupants on board launched the canoe.  It was underway for approximately 15 minutes when it capsized.  One occupant swam to shore safely and the other man died while swimming to shore.   Victim was located about 3 hours later by emergency personnel. 2/17 cause of accident operator inexperience, lack of pfd's and safety equipment.  DA determined not enough evidence to warrant criminal charges
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