Vermont State Police announced Tuesday that the body of Douglas Brooks, a 48‑year‑old resident of Burlington, was recovered from Kingsland Bay on Lake Champlain. Divers located the remains at approximately 12:40 p.m., and officials transported the body to the chief medical examiner’s office in Burlington for an autopsy to confirm identity and determine the cause of death.
Search effort and agencies involved
Brooks fell from a small fishing boat into Kingsland Bay around 4 p.m. on Saturday, according to a companion who was also on the boat. He was not wearing a life jacket. The companion attempted to rescue him, but Brooks did not resurface, prompting a multi‑agency search.
State police coordinated with the Vermont Department of Fish & Wildlife, the U.S. Coast Guard, and the Ferrisburgh Fire Department, among others. The combined effort continued through Sunday and Monday, with divers conducting systematic sweeps of the bay.
Investigation status
Police have stated that Brooks’ disappearance is under investigation, but there are currently no indications of foul play. Authorities will release further details once the autopsy is completed.
The incident underscores the importance of wearing life‑saving equipment while on the water, especially in the colder months when conditions can change rapidly.
Original reporting: NBC10 Boston — read the source article.
