Daniel M. Larson : Kayaker Found in Richland Lake Identified

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) – Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford has officially identified the man whose body was tragically recovered from the serene waters of Lake Carolina. The man in question has been named as 41-year-old Daniel M. Larson, a resident of Columbia who met an untimely fate.

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources has confirmed reports that Columbia-Richland Fire Department crews worked tirelessly to retrieve Larson’s body from the tranquil lake on a fateful Thursday. The peaceful atmosphere of Lake Carolina was shattered as emergency responders sprung into action.

Firefighters swiftly responded to the picturesque neighborhood at approximately 3 p.m. following alarming reports that someone in a kayak had disappeared beneath the surface of the water. The tranquil setting of Lake Carolina was suddenly transformed into a scene of urgency and concern.

“We are committed to collaborating closely with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources as we delve into the details surrounding this unfortunate incident,” expressed Rutherford, highlighting the importance of a thorough investigation into the events that transpired at Lake Carolina.