Yurok Tribal Member Killed in Boating Accident
Press release from the Yurok Tribe:
On April 15th 2021 at approximately 8 p.m., three boaters had their vessel overturn near the mouth of the Klamath River. One member of the boating party, Taos Proctor of Klamath, CA, was found deceased. The cause of the accident is under investigation.
The two survivors report being pushed approximately 1/4 mile down the beach after entering the water, while the deceased was located approximately 150 yards south of Flint Rock.
Community members, DNSO Search and Rescue, along with Yurok Tribal Police responded to search for the victims, and ultimately recovered the body of Mr. Proctor at approximately 11 p.m.
“The mouth of the Klamath is extremely dangerous and we ask all boaters to exercise caution and always take preventative safety measures, including wearing life jackets and carrying a radio,” said Chief O’Rourke, “our hearts go out to the family.”
YTPD would like to thank community members, the Del Norte Sheriff’s Office, and the Coast Guard in the search and recovery efforts.
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I am very sad for the lose of the Yurok tribal member Mr. Taos Proctor. May he RIP. Condolences to his family and friends. A big thank you to the community members, Del Norte Sheriff’s Office, and the Coast Guard for their search and recovery efforts. I sincerely hope that other boaters will take this tragic event as a warning to always wear a life jacket with a locating beacon (light for night rescue), and waterproof radio when boating in that dangerous area. The better you are prepared, the better your chances for survival.
Taos was great fun, with a huge personality. He will be missed
Toas was larger than life, to say the least
He will be greatly missed
Rest In Peace sir.