The Woman Who Drowned Saturday Near Chimney Bluffs State Park Identified

Authorities have released the name of the woman who drowned Saturday afternoon near Chimney Bluffs State Park.

Deanna Melvin was with a group of six people from Rochester who rented a pontoon boat that was anchored offshore.

The Sheriffs Office says she and a man -- both with little swimming experience -- were reported struggling in the water.

By the time rescue crews arrived, the man had been pulled to shore by bystanders and Melvin had disappeared in the water. Her body was found later


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