OGALLALA, Neb. (Aug. 18, 2025) — The body of an adult man was recovered Monday at Lake McConaughy State Recreation Area following a search that began the previous evening, officials said.
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission said conservation officers received a report around 7:53 p.m. Sunday of an overturned kayak found near the Lemoyne Bay boat ramp. The kayak was empty, and no one had been reported missing in the area as of 5 p.m. Monday.
Conservation officers, along with Keystone Lemoyne Fire and Rescue and the Keith County Sheriff’s Office, searched the water using sonar until dark Sunday. Crews resumed operations Monday after a morning storm moved through the area.
The man’s body was recovered about 1:05 p.m. Mountain time by the Keystone Lemoyne Fire and Rescue dive team.
An autopsy has been ordered to determine the cause of death and help identify the victim. Authorities said the incident remains under investigation and no further information will be released until the man’s identity is confirmed and family members are notified.