CURTICE, Ohio (WTVG) – A boater found a body floating in Lake Erie on Thursday, according to authorities at the scene.
Officials with the Lucas County Sheriff’s Office said a boater found the body of a white male in the water and called 911.
The body was found about a mile from shore.
Investigators have not yet disclosed the identity of the person found dead.
Multiple law enforcement agencies responded and were seen roping off public entry to the Meinke Marina public boat launch during the investigation and search.
Additional details surrounding the circumstances are unknown at this time.
First responders block off access to the Meinke Marina boat launch on July 2, 2026, as part of a boat rescue operation.(WTVG)
First responders block off access to the Meinke Marina boat launch on July 2, 2026, as part of a boat rescue operation.(WTVG)
Multiple law enforcement agencies are responding to a boat rescue operation near Meinke Marina public boat launch on July 2, 2026.(WTVG)
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