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Search continues for boy missing in Columbia River

Boy is presumed drowned

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Law enforcement released the names today of those involved in a capsized boat accident Monday morning that resulted in the apparent drowning death of a 13-year-old near the east end of lady Island in Camas.

Rescued were vessel operator Robert R. Schmalz, 59 of Marysville, Wash., and his son, Eric. R. Schmalz. 34, of Sedro-Wooley, Wash. The 13-year-old stepson of Eric Schmalz remains missing and is presumed drowned. Eric Schmalz was treated for mild exposure on scene and released, while Robert R. Schmalz remains hospitalized at Oregon Health and Science University, but is expected to fully recover.

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