Kayaker Hit By Boat, Fell Unconscious Into Napa River After July 4th Fireworks

PHOTO: The paddler of this kayak was seriously injured on the Napa River on July 4. Image courtesy of Napa County Sheriff's Office.

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NAPA COUNTY, CA -- The Napa County Sheriff's Office is looking for suspects involved in a hit-and-run boating collision that seriously injured a female kayaker on July 4 in the Napa River.

The motor vessel, with reportedly at least two on board, struck the kayak at a high rate of speed causing the paddler to be ejected and knocking her unconscious and facedown in the river, according to the department. Her companion pulled her to the shoreline, likely saving her life, deputies said.

If you have any information regarding this incident, call Napa Sheriff's Marine Patrol and ask for Deputy Sardoch at 707-253-4637.

Boaters are reminded that the river is a 5 mph zone within Napa city limits.

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