Georgetown Co. Authorities Searching For Missing Boater

Kerry Van Arsdel was witnessed leaving the Reserve Marina on May 19 and has not been seen since.

The search continues for a missing boater in Georgetown County.

The Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office and S.C. Department of Natural Resource have been searching for Kerry Van Arsdel.

He was witnessed leaving the Reserve Marina on May 19 and has not been seen since.

Arsdel’s boat was found near Butler Island on Thursday, miles away from the docks. His belongings were still inside but no occupants were aboard the watercraft.

Deputies are concentrating on the area between the Reserve Marina and the bridge near Georgetown along the Waccamaw River.

As the investigation continues, anyone with information about Arsdel is urged to contact Georgetown County authorities.