
Aleknagik, Alaska (KINY) - Alaska State Troopers said George Van Vleet, 62, was found dead after a search and rescue operation.
Troopers said the victim's boat was found operating with no one on board.
Troopers learned that Van Vleet had not returned when expected and that a search and rescue operation was underway.
Troopers said the apparent cause of death is drowning but the investigation is ongoing.


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