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California boater dies after leaping off vessel to save his dog
nypost.com • • nation
Key Points:
- Geordan White, 60, of Redding, California, died after jumping into Shasta Lake to rescue his dog, who had fallen into the water from a boat.
- White struggled in the water near Bailey Cove Boat Launch and disappeared beneath the surface despite attempts by a nearby boater to assist with a flotation device.
- A dive team later recovered White’s body, and an autopsy is pending to determine the exact cause of death.
- The dog survived after being rescued by the 911 caller, and the Shasta County Sheriff’s Office reminded the public to wear personal flotation devices while on the water.
- White was remembered by the local music community, with tributes highlighting his positive impact and expressing condolences to his family.
