Search continues for Missing Boater in West Grand Traverse Bay - Northern Michigan's News Leader

Search continues for Missing Boater in West Grand Traverse Bay

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Leelanau County Deputies are searching for a 60 year old Bingham Township man tonight.

The Sheriff's office says a call came into 911 around 10 this morning, stating the caller heard a yell for help from a boat about 500 feet off shore in West Grand Traverse Bay.

When deputies arrived they found the boat running but no one was onboard.

Helicopters spent several hours circling the area but had no luck.

The Leelanau County Marine Patrol, Coast Guard and dive teams are assisting in the search.

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