Man dies after boat overturns in Gillams Pond

A man died after a boat overturned on Gillams Pond Monday evening, prompting an extensive overnight search by police and rescue crews.

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary responded to the scene at about 8:30 p.m. on July 27 after receiving reports that two men were in the water when their boat capsized.

When officers arrived, one of the boat's occupants had already been rescued by members of the public. He was taken to hospital with injuries that were not considered life-threatening.

The Bay of Islands Search and Rescue team was called in to assist with the search for the second boater, who remained unaccounted for.

The missing man was located deceased at approximately 1:30 a.m. on July 28 following an extensive search.

Police said foul play is not suspected, and the investigation into the incident remains ongoing.