EAU CLAIRE (WQOW/WAOW/WSAU) – The Eau Claire Fire Department has confirmed that the man who went missing while tubing and swimming in the Chippewa River on Thursday, has been found deceased.
The missing swimmer was identified as Justin Vue, a 26-year-old UWEC alumni.
The search focused primarily on the water, where officials said he had last been seen.
The fire department stated in a press release, Vue was found in the river around 9 p.m. Friday. The day before, a group was tubing on the river when they lost sight of Vue, who was snorkeling and swimming away from them.
Officials credited systematic shoreline and water searches utilizing side scan sonar, thermal imaging cameras, drones, and numerous volunteers for helping find Vue. They also thanked Bruce’s Legacy for utilizing their side scan sonar and underwater ROV. Many other area agencies were also thanked for their help in the search effort.
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