Choctawhatchee Bay, Fla. (WDNews) — Authorities confirmed Thursday that the missing boater reported in Choctawhatchee Bay has been found deceased.
Florida Fish and Wildlife (FWC) extended their condolences in a press release, stating, “Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victim’s loved ones. This is an active investigation, and there is no further information to provide at this time.”
The search involved multiple agencies, including the Walton County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit and Drone Team, the Coast Guard, Okaloosa MedFlight, Bay County Sheriff’s Office Air One, Walton County Fire Rescue, and South Walton Fire District.
The boater was reported missing after launching from Nicks on the Bay and calling his wife for help. Further details regarding the circumstances remain under investigation.
