Max Atkinson, 73, pronounced dead and one other hurt when boat crashes into bridge of U.S. Highway 62/412 on Norfolk Lake near Henderson, Arkansas
1 killed, 1 injured after boat collides with bridge on Norfork Lake
They were reportedly taking part in the Friday Night Buddy Bass-O-Thon Tournament Series, and their boat made impact with the bridge at Henderson around midnight. Authorities say both occupants were wearing personal flotation devices, and alcohol was not a factor.
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