Updated: State troopers say the bodies of two more missing people have been recovered days after a charter vessel capsized near Sitka.
Alaska State Troopers have confirmed that the body of 57-year-old Maury Agcaoili of Waipahu, Hawaii was recovered Sunday.
The Coast Guard says the vessel, a 30-foot aluminum charter boat, was found partially submerged near Low Island approximately one mile east of Shoals Point on Kruzof Island.around “sunset,” according to the Coast Guard. Officials said an area of around 825 square miles was searched by both air and water crews over the course of about 20 hours.
“We extend our deepest sympathy to the loved ones during this difficult time. Our sincere thanks to community partners and the good Samaritan vessels who rapidly responded to help in the search.”
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