1 dead in private watercraft accident near North Fork Saint Lucie River

One person died in a single watercraft accident Wednesday afternoon, the St. Lucie Sheriff’s Office said.

The incident occurred near the North Fork Saint Lucie River, south of River Park Marina, the agency posted on Facebook.

Florida Fish and Wildlife responded and took over the investigation.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone involved,” the sheriff’s office wrote.

FWC spokeswoman Arielle Callender told WPTV the initial report has not been released.

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