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Coroner identifies man who died while fishing at the Wateree River

Crews used boats, sonar and divers after the 73-year-old went underwater while trying to retrieve a fallen fishing rod, officials said.

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Rescue crews are actively searching the Wateree River for a missing fisherman. Tail Race Boat Ramp remains closed as this urgent operation continues.

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Authorities seek missing fisherman in Midlands river. What we know.

Authorities have suspended some public boat access while they search for a man who went missing in the Wateree River, the Kershaw County Fire Service said.

·Charleston, United States
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Coroner identifies man who died while fishing at the Wateree River

Rescue crews are actively searching the Wateree River for a missing fisherman. Tail Race Boat Ramp remains closed as this urgent operation continues.

·Columbia, United States
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WLTX broke the news in Columbia, United States on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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