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Man drowns in Colorado River after jumping off boat to retrieve his hat

Man drowns in Colorado River after jumping off boat to retrieve his hat

Summary

A 26-year-old man named Kristopher Nathaniel Logan drowned in the Colorado River near Davis Camp, Arizona, after jumping off a boat to retrieve his hat. He was not wearing a life jacket at the time, and authorities are reminding river users to wear safety gear. Emergency crews responded to reports of a drowning around 11:15 local time, and Logan's body was later recovered.

Key Facts

  • Kristopher Nathaniel Logan, 26, drowned in the Colorado River.
  • The incident occurred near Davis Camp in Arizona.
  • Logan was on a rented pontoon boat with friends when his hat blew into the water.
  • He jumped into the river to retrieve his hat and struggled to swim.
  • Logan was not wearing a life jacket, according to police.
  • Authorities have recovered his body, and it was confirmed as an accidental drowning.
  • Officials are advising all river users to wear life jackets for safety.
  • Emergency crews responded to the incident on Monday morning.

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