RedactedNarrative: Vessel – Aluminum Rowboat – No Other Information Provided
  
  On 09/09/2020, at about 05:45 p.m., this vessel was rowing/paddling on the Nooksack River near George Road, located near Bellingham, WA in Whatcom county.
  
  According to Law Enforcement, this vessel was located at the above location.  The Deceased had been net fishing alone.  He had not been seen for about 1 hour.  Family members located him, face down, in the river and brought him to shore.
  
  Resuscitation efforts were not successful.  The accident was not witnessed.  It is believed to be a possible net entanglement while net fishing in the river.  
  
  Cause of death is pending.  BARD will be updated when additional information is received.
  
  0 Injuries / 1 Fatality
  Alcohol/Drug Involvement Unknown
  No Vessel Damage Reported 
  Operator Was Not Wearing a PFD
  Operator Mandatory Boater Education Card Unknown
  