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Knoxville Police Lt. Gordon Gwathney, 57, drowned during a hunting trip in North Dakota on Oct. 26, authorities said

The Stutsman County Sheriff's Office said Gwathney's kayak tipped over and the members of the hunting party could not see him

"Our hearts are with his family, friends, and co-workers as we grieve his untimely death," said Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon

A Tennessee police department is mourning after one of their own drowned during a hunting trip in North Dakota.

“This is an incomprehensible loss for our agency and the entire Knoxville community,” Knoxville Police Chief Paul Noel said in a press statement about Lt. Gordon Gwathney, 57.

“Gordon was beloved by our department and so many members of our community," Noel added. "He was a truly exceptional pol

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