The Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 8 in Morehead was informed of an overturned jet ski on Cave Run Lake near Stoney Cove Boat ramp, on Monday May 4 at around 5:00 p.m.
Upon their arrival, Trooper Christian Saylor and Sergeant Sam Lawson observed an overturned jet ski with two individuals in the water. The troopers borrowed a boat from the nearby marina to reach the stranded individuals, where they were able to safely remove them from the water and transport them back to shore. According to KSP, both individuals were extremely cold due to the water temperature.
KSP would like to remind the public to always wear properly fitted life jackets and ensure watercrafts are operated safely at all times.
Kentucky State Police was assisted on scene by Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife, Bath County EMS and Salt Lick Fire Department.
