The U.S. Coast Guard on Saturday announced it will suspend its search for a paddleboarder who went missing off Jupiter Beach.
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According to the USCG, on Monday, 48-year-old Matt Pawlowski went missing and was seen at around 9 a.m., about four miles off Jupiter Beach and paddling east.
As the search for Pawlowski continued, the USCG said a good Samaritan on Wednesday found a paddleboard that matched the description of the one used by Pawlowski.
It was found about 10 miles offshore Jupiter Island, and was returned to the local police.
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USCG released the following statement:
“The decision to suspend an active search is one of the most difficult decisions we make, and it comes only after every reasonable effort to locate the missing person has been exhausted,” said Captain Frank Florio, commander of Coast Guard Sector Miami. “Our crews and partner agencies searched tirelessly for Matt. I am deeply grateful to everyone who answered the call and supported this extensive search. Our hearts are with Matt’s family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.”
Anyone with information was asked to contact the Coast Guard’s Miami Sector at 305-535-4472.
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