Billy Ray Martin, 65, killed and Brandon Martin seriously injured in collision between two bass fishing boats on Douglas Lake in Dandrige, Tennessee
Modified Date:
Tue, 04/27/2021 - 11:38amAccident Date:
Saturday, April 24, 2021
Victim of fatal Douglas Lake boat crash identified
When the crash happened, all four anglers were wearing life jackets and were ejected into the water. They were recovered by other bass fishermen and were taken to the dock at Anchor Down campground.
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Type: Boat Accident
People Involved:
Billy Ray Martin
Brandon Martin
City:
Dandridge, TNCounty:
Jefferson County, TNArea:
Knoxville, TN
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