Vessel 1 had three people onboard. Upon leaving the North Shore ramp area and heading out to the lake, vessel 1 started to take water over the bow due to choppy conditions. The operator noticed a lot of water inside the boat and attempted to turn back to shore. When he turned back to shore the water in the boat sloshed and shifted causing the boat to tip over and allow water to fill the boat and then capsize. Operator and 1 passenger put PFDs on at that time. The 3rd did not and attempted to swim toward shore. The boat sank and the 3rd passenger went under water and drowned. He was located and recovered later that night. When vessel 1 was recovered there was notably duct tape across the hull which was put over some damage prior to the boat being launched. It is believed that the compromised hull was a contributing factor to the water intrusion. Citation issued for unseaworthy vessel.
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