Identifying 8 fatalities from Lake Tahoe boat capsize

The search for the last missing person from a boat that capsized in Lake Tahoe this past weekend has come to a close, bringing the total fatalities to eight, officials announced on Monday evening. The incident involved a 27-foot Chris-Craft boat that flipped over due to rough waters near D.L. Bliss State Park. Initially, six adults lost their lives in the accident, two individuals were rescued, and two were reported missing. The search area covered over 390 square miles and was paused on Sunday morning until new leads emerged. By the evening of Sunday, the body of one of the missing persons was found. Then, on Monday afternoon, the final missing person was discovered deceased. The El Dorado County Sheriff's Coroner's Office has released the names of all the victims involved in the tragic accident. Additionally, doorDash confirmed that one of the deceased, Joshua Pickles, was an executive at the company. The incident occurred amidst sudden weather changes in the Tahoe region, with a storm surprising many boaters on the lake. Authorities recommend being well-prepared before venturing out on the water and emphasize the importance of safety measures such as having a radio, wearing life vests, and being knowledgeable about weather conditions.