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Search for Capsized Boater on Elbe River Ends Without Success

Six boats scanned a 20-kilometer stretch of the Elbe to find the missing paddler.

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Overview

  • A paddler capsized near Dessau-Roßlau on June 5 and was reported missing on the Elbe River.
  • The fire department mobilized six boats for the search effort.
  • Crews covered a total of 20 kilometers upstream and downstream during the evening search.
  • No trace of the person was found, and officials called off the operation by nightfall.
  • The overturned canoe was recovered and local authorities have opened an investigation.