RedactedNarrative: Operator 1 : Stated that he was anchored, fishing in his kayak outside of the Hay Road Ramp in the Mullica River.  Operator 1 stated that he tried to pull up the anchor at which time he fell overboard. He stated that he tried to get back into the kayak but could not due to his weighters filling up with water. 
  Witness : Stated that he was paddling down the river and noticed a man yelling for help. He stated that he paddled over to the distressed kayaker and noticed that he was in the water trying to get back into his kayak.  He stated that at that time he contacted 911 for help. 
  Investigation revealed : Operator 1 was anchored, fishing in his kayak outside of the Hay Road Ramp located in the Mullica River.  Operator 1 then attempted to pull his anchor, at which time he fell over board into the water. Operator 1 attempted several times to get back into the kayak but could not due to his weighters filling up with water.  A passer by noticed operator 1 yelling for help so he paddled over to assist. Sgt. and I responded to the scene and removed operator 1 from the water. Operator 1 was then transported to the Hay Road Ramp where Galloway EMS was waiting to render aid, due to exposure and risk of hypothermia. It should be noted that Operator 1 refused medical treatment and was released from scene. Vessel 1 was towed back to the Hay Road Ramp by witness. Vessel 1 did not sustain any damage.
  