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Tragic boat accident claims the life of an 11-year-old in Millard County

Tragic boat accident claims the life of an 11-year-old in Millard County

An 11-year-old boy tragically passed away on Tuesday after a boating accident at Gunnison Bend Reservoir in central Utah. The incident occurred when a rope became entangled in the boat's motor, pulling the boy underwater. Despite being promptly taken to a nearby hospital and later airlifted to a different facility for advanced care, he succumbed to his injuries. The precise duration of time he was submerged remains unknown. The Millard County Sheriff's Office expressed heartfelt condolences to the family and all those impacted by the heartbreaking event. They commended the swift and heroic actions of the boy's companions, other bystanders at the reservoir, as well as the diligent efforts of first responders and medical staff involved.

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