The Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency is investigating after a 15-year-old Crossville boy passed away over the weekend while kayaking the Hiwassee River. He was reportedly with a group of 9 adults and 11 juveniles who left in kayaks and tubes on a point-to-point trip along the river. His kayak was found overturned against a large, downed tree in the Quinn Springs area of the Hiwassee River. Members of the group found the teen downriver away from his kayak. He was unresponsive. Authorities did not immediately release his name. The incident remains under investigation.
15-Year-Old Crossville Boy Passes Away After Kayak Incident On Hiwassee River
Aug 1, 2021 | 5:41 PM