Accidents
Unsuccessful Search for St. Thomas Boater Concludes After 30 Hours
ST. THOMAS — On Monday afternoon, local authorities announced the conclusion of a rigorous 30-hour search operation for 51-year-old Todman Davaughn, a St. Thomas resident.
The incident occurred near Coki Point Beach and Thatch Cay, where it was reported that Mr. Davaughn was ejected from a power boat following a crash that caused the vessel to spin out of control.
St. Thomas Rescue swiftly initiated rescue efforts, deploying a search drone. They located Mr. Davaughn’s 30-foot white Fountain boat, which was being towed to shore by an acquaintance. Despite this, Mr. Davaughn himself was not found.
In a robust response, St. Thomas Rescue deployed divers and a rescue boat, while the U.S. Coast Guard mobilized significant resources, including a helicopter, a sentry aircraft, and a 33-foot search vessel. The Coast Guard cutter Joseph Tezanos also participated, conducting extended search operations through the night.
Regrettably, the search efforts on Monday afternoon did not result in locating Mr. Davaughn, and his family was informed of this outcome.