March 28, 2024

Man died after kayak capsized, Des Moines authorities say

DES MOINES (AP) — Authorities say the body of a man was recovered from the Des Moines River after his kayak capsized.

Rescue crews were sent to the Sycamore Access boat ramp in Des Moines around 5:30 p.m. Sunday after a 911 call. A man who also had been kayaking told authorities that he’d sought help after turning around and seeing that his companion’s kayak had capsized. The body was recovered around 6:30 p.m.

It’s not yet clear whether the 71-year-old man who died had any medical issues. His name hasn’t been released yet.