CULLMAN COUNTY-The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Marin Division report a boating accident that has taken the life of one person:
“A marine-related event that occurred at approximately 1:40 p.m. Monday, May 30, has claimed the life of a Cullman man. Frankie D. Cruce, 60, drowned as he attempted to retrieve a canopy which fell from his boat, the incident occurred on Smith Lake near Miller’s Flats.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division continues to assist Daphne Search and Rescue, Logan Fire and Rescue and Cullman County Fire and Rescue in the search and recovery effort. Due to search and rescue crews using side scan sonar equipment, we ask that all boaters avoid the area until further notice. Nothing further is available at this time.”
Sergeant Jeremy J. Burkett/Alabama Law Enforcement Agency
