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Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputy has Boat Accident

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(IDAHO FALLS, ID)  — A Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputy was rescued from Mud Lake after a boating accident Wednesday.  Forty-six-year-old Mark Weaver of Hamer was testing out a new boat when it sunk. Rescuers say high winds made the lake choppy and dangerous. Weaver was wearing a life jacket but nearly died after an hour of floating in 48-degree water. Weaver was transported by ambulance to EIRMC where he remains in the ICU and  listed in critical condition. The cause of the accident has not been determined.  A spokesman with the Sheriff’s office said Weaver is a dedicated, dependable deputy who is always willing to lend a helping hand.  They ask the community for thoughts and prayers for his recovery.

 

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