SOMERSET, Vt. (WCAX) - Vermont State Police are searching for a missing boater in Somerset.

On Monday night, troopers say late 74-year-old David Maynard of Wilmington was reported missing by his family, who said he’d taken his boat out on the reservoir and has not returned.

Police say they found his car and an empty trailer parked near the launch area, but there’s been no sign of Maynard or his boat since the search began.

Maynard’s boat is described as a 14-foot blue and white Jon boat with a 20-30 hp engine and a black trawling motor on the front.

The search will resume in the morning. If you know anything, police want to hear from you.

Copyright 2025 WCAX. All rights reserved.

See Full Page