Operator of bass boat was attempting to overtake vessel 200 yards up river.  

Operator attempted to cross over wake, and during that the victim, who was sitting on a camping chair in the bow of the boat, fell overboard.  

Operator and second passenger recovered victim after he swam back to the boat.  Despite being able to board into the boat, the victim soon became unresponsive and operator beached the boat at a private ramp nearby.  

Operator, second passenger, and bystanders performed lifesaving measures until EMS arrived.  Victim was taken via ambulance to nearby hospital where he was pronounced deceased.
Rappahannock River
King GeorgBerry Plains Landing