INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. — The National Park Service is investigating the death of a law enforcement park ranger after the ranger responded to a call for assistance from a distressed vessel.
The ranger responded to the civilian vessel in distress on Namakan Lake in Voyageurs National Park, according to the park service.
While the ranger was towing the other vehicle, the park service boat capsized and forced the ranger and all three people who were being helped from the boat.
The three members of the public swam to safety but the ranger was unaccounted for, according to the park service.
"After a three-hour search, the ranger’s body was recovered from Namakan Lake at approximately 3:20 p.m.," said the statement.
High winds and rough waters were reported at the time of the incident.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
