On 5-29-13 at 6:53 p.m. Multiple fishermen called 911 reporting a person fell off a boat and was yelling for help at Nimisila Reservoir at Portage Lakes State Park. Local Fire Departments, Summit County SO and Watercraft Personnel responded and conducted a search. Summit SO located a target and fire dept. Divers recovered the 53 year old male victim in 12 feet of water, at about 10:20 pm- near where he fell overboard. 
Vessel is a 14 foot Loweline with 18 hp outboard and electric motor. Victim was not wearing a pfd. There were 3 on board and one accessible. No alcohol on board. 
There is an aftermarket pedestal seat, approximately 18 inches high above factory seat level, mounted to the front deck and  An electric  motor mounted to bow. 
Vessel #1 was apparently adrift when owner/ operator fell overboard. Witness #1 states she threw a pfd to victim and he did not respond to it. Witness #2 states he jumped into the water and attempted to rescue occupant #1 and saw him submersed with his arms over his head. 
Medical Examiner Report #53436 indicates death by accidental drowning. Fall from boat into deep water while fishing.
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