Body of Second Missing Teen Found Weeks After Northern California Duck Hunting Accident

Authorities believe the body of 17-year-old Wesley Cornett was recovered near the Thermalito Afterbay, following the earlier discovery of his older brother's remains.

• The body believed to be Wesley Cornett, 17, was found on January 5, near the Thermalito Afterbay in Butte County, California.
• Wesley and his older brother, Andruw Cornett, 19, went missing on December 14 during a duck hunting trip after Wesley's kayak overturned.
• Andruw's body was recovered on December 31, after he reportedly attempted to rescue his brother despite warnings from dispatchers not to enter the water.
• Neither brother was wearing a life jacket at the time of the incident, which led to an extensive search involving over 300 personnel from 21 agencies.
• DNA analysis is underway to confirm the identity of Wesley's remains, as family and community members mourn the tragic loss of both brothers.

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