Louisville rescue agencies working recovery operation after ‘man overboard’ call near Captain’s Quarters

(WAVE 3 News)
Published: May. 28, 2023 at 2:51 PM EDT
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Louisville first responders are working a recovery operation, searching for a body in the Ohio River.

Around 12:30 a.m. Sunday, LMPD’s River Unit was contacted by the Anchorage Middletown Fire & EMS for assistance regarding a water rescue.

Anchorage Middletown Fire & EMS had been dispatched on a ‘man overboard’ call from a boat near Captain’s Quarters in Prospect.

LMPD’s Eighth Division, River and Air Units all responded.

Divers searched throughout the night and returned Sunday morning to resume what is now a recovery operation.

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is also assisting.