On sunday june 12, 2011, at approximately 8:00pm operator was near the norwood cove access on lake tillery.  Operator1 had just dropped a passenger off at the dock to back the boat trailer into the water and load the boat.  A severe thunderstorm was approaching.  Witnesses said the boat was backing up and the stern was taking on water.  It also appeared Operator1 was trying to work on the motor.  As the boat filled with water, it capsized and Operator1 jumped into the water.  Operator1 attempted to swim to shore.  Witness observed what happened and swam out to assist Operator1, but was unsuccessful in reaching shore with him as Operator1 went under the water's surface.  Witness stated that the boat had been having mechanical problems.  The boat was capsized but floating when officers arrived.  The boat was rolled back onto the hull and towed to shore.  The electrical system was working.  However, the motor would start.  There are two locations for plugs in the stern of the boat and both plugs were in place.  The boat was equipped with the proper type, size and readily accessible pfds.  There is no evidence of drug or alcohol use contributing to the accident.
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