On 10/12/09 I received traffic from the Pulaski Co. Sheriff's Department stating there had been a vessel that had overturned below the Terry Lock and Dam on the Arkansas River.  When I arrived, the subjects involved had already been recovered by the Sheriff's Department and were being evaluated by MEMS.  Statements were taken from the operator and 2 occupants involved.

The river conditions at the time of the accident were at flood stage and the vessel (V1) has not been recovered.  

Operator stated they proceeded down river to look for areas to duck hunt.  As they were returning up river, they experienced motor issues.  The motor stopped and the current took V1 into the east bank of the river where it then struck a tree.  V1 then began to sink and all occupants were thrown into the river.  They were able to hold onto a nearby tree until rescued.
NORTH LITTLE ROCK             