Officials with the Coast Guard say a 39-year old man has died in an apparent drowning after his boat struck the State Docks in Bayou La Batre. Although it is unclear the exact cause of death, it is assumed the man was struck unconscious and fell into the water after the accident. They say he was not wearing a life jacket.
The Coast Guard says the boater was alone and no one else was hurt. The investigation is still ongoing and we will bring you the latest details as they become available.
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