By: NICOLAS FIERRO
Salina Post
ELLSWORTH COUNTY - Two people are missing and one person was recovered at Kanopolis Lake in Ellsworth County.
According to Ellsworth County Sheriff Kenny Bernard, at around 7:15-7:30pm on Thursday, Ellsworth County dispatch reported three people who went missing after being on a boat at the lake.
A 14-year old girl was recovered by an individual in the area and was taken for treatment.
According to Sheriff Bernard, a 40-year old man and a 14-year old girl are the two who are still reportedly missing.
Multiple agencies including the Rice County Sheriff's Office, Ellsworth County Sheriff's Office, Marquette County Sheriff's Office, Marquette Fire Department, Ellsworth Fire Department and Law Enforcement Dive Teams from Salina and the Kansas Game Wardens were assisting with the investigating at the scene.
Sheila Watkins a resident of Salina who was at the scene after the report, commented on the investigation.
"It is scary and sad," said Watkins. "I am hoping for the best possible scenario and I am just praying for the families."
This investigation is currently ongoing. Check the Post for additional details as they become availaable..