MIAMI - The Coast Guard ended its search for a missing boater near Palm Beach after rescue crews recovered an individual matching the description of the missing person.
Missing was 57-year-old Rick Ferozi.
A good Samaritan located a person in the water approximately 35 miles northeast of Sebastian Inlet on Friday night. Coast Guard crews recovered the individual, who was later identified by Florida Fish and Wildlife officers.
"With heavy hearts, we offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Ferozi," said Lt. Cmdr. Thomas Carman, a search and rescue mission coordinator, Coast Guard Sector Miami. "We also want to thank our state partners and the public for their assistance with our search efforts."
Coast Guard Sector Miami issued an urgent marine information broadcast and launched surface and air crews to search, alongside state and local partner agencies.
Rescue crews searched approximately 33 hours and more than 2,300 square miles. On scene weather conditions were 10-knot winds with calm seas and good visibility.
Search and rescue crews involved in the efforts included:
Coast Guard Air Station Miami
Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater
Coast Guard Station Lake Worth Inlet
Coast Guard Station Fort Pierce
Coast Guard Cutter Flying Fish
Coast Guard Investigative Service
Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission
Palm Beach Sheriff's Office
Monroe County Sheriff's Office
St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office
North Palm Beach Sheriff's Office
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