Lake Martin Boating Accident

According to Alabama Marine Police, a man from Pell City died late Saturday, April 29 afternoon. His identity has not yet been revealed.

According to investigators, the man was driving a 30-foot Sea Ray Sundancer eastbound on Kowaliga Bay in Lake Martin’s main body, between Castaway Island and Wares Slough, when he went overboard.

Someone on another vessel dragged him out of the water and took him to the Kowaliga public ramp near Alabama Highway 63, where he was pronounced dead. Elmore County Sheriff’s Office, Russell Lands Security, and the Kowaliga Volunteer Fire Department also responded to the call.

Other information has not been made public.

Lake Martin, one of the largest man-made lakes in the United States, is a popular recreation destination for swimming, boating, water skiing, camping, and golfing. Lake Martin is home to many waterfront neighbourhoods and luxury homes. Nearby cities include Alexander City, Dadeville, Jacksons Gap, and Eclectic.