On 5-25-2023 1800hrs an abandoned boat was reported stuck in the weeds in Arnolds Bay that possibly came adrift from high winds. Sheriff's Office was responding on 5-26-2023 approximately 0800hrs. Additional information was received from the deceased wife that her husband was fishing alone on 5-25-23 and she had not heard from him since. CCSO located vessel anchored by hydraulic power poles. A subject was observed under the bow of the vessel face down in approximately 5 feet of water. Subject was recovered and identified as the missing husband. There were no signs of foul play and the boat was in clean/ organized condition.
CHATAUQUA LAKE
Bemus Point                   