Boat was travelling from Bayview Resort to Fortune Bay Casino around 02:30 am. Boat was equipped for 5 people but loaded with 7. All persons had been drinking. Boat started taking on water and then sunk very fast according to victims. 2 victims swam to shore near Forest Lane Resort and 4 were rescued by the resort owner  by boat. A search was conducted for the 7th victim who was found deceased by the rescue squad. Boat owner states there were 5 PFD's on board, but none in use.
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