On December 15, 2023, at approximately 1300 hours, a single vessel incident occurred on the St. Johns River in St. Augustine, St. Johns County, Florida. The vessel was occupied by two adult males traveling on the St. Johns River. The victim fell overboard while the vessel was in motion. The victim was unable to stay afloat while the operator maneuvered the vessel in an attempt to render aid. The victim was subsequently located deceased in the water. The victim’s wife (next of kin) was notified by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).

Victim was found no visible signs of trauma. District 23 Medical Examiners Office listed the cause of death as accidental drowning.
ST. JOHNS RIVER
ST. AUGUSTINE                 