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Unattended sailboat drifts near park pier

Heard on: Charlotte County Sheriff and Punta Gorda Police
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We're at (number withheld) West Retta Esplanade, but out of Gilchrist Park.
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Gilchrist Park, 400 W Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
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As discussed during the dispatch call, responders investigated a possible boating hazard at Gilchrist Park after a sailboat was seen drifting toward the fishing pier without anyone on board. It appeared the sailboat had been tipped on its side for several nights before drifting closer to the pier.

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