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Missing Rohnert Park Man Found Dead in Submerged Tesla Off Bodega Bay

An aerial search prompted by a recovered vehicle part led investigators to the submerged car.

Overview

  • The Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety identified the deceased as 29-year-old Kale Gonick-Hallows.
  • Authorities said there is no indication of foul play at this time.
  • Cal Fire’s discovery of a Tesla part near Schoolhouse Beach on Jan. 16 prompted the focused search.
  • The Sonoma County Sheriff’s helicopter located a blue Tesla underwater, and a multi-agency team recovered a body in the driver’s seat.
  • Investigators traced his last movements through license-plate reads and cellphone pings, and are seeking tips at (707) 588-3514 while directing those in crisis to call or text 988.