On May 13, 2023, Operator was kayaking on the Iowa River with four friends. At approximately 2:00 PM, Operator left his kayak and attempted to get to shore while holding onto his boat. Operator reached the riverbank but experienced hypothermia and was unable to continue moving and keeping his head above water. Operator was resuscitated by his friends (who were also kayaking) and was transported to Mercy Hospital in Cedar Rapids where he was treated for hypothermia. Operator was under the influence of alcohol and marijuana at the time of the incident.
Iowa River
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