On December 9, 2023, at approximately 0843, two people departed on the Blackwater River, on two separate kayaks. Shortly after their departure witness, one person observed Operator1 fall off the kayak he was on, into the water and not resurface. Operator1 was not wearing a PFD at the time. Witness contacted 911 at approximately 0844. SRCSO arrived at approximately 0851, EMS arrived and recovered Operator1 by vessel. At 0916 EMS Supervisor pronounced Operator1 deceased.Witness stated looked like a seizure.
Blackwater River
Milton