MIDDLE RIVER, MD — The Maryland Natural Resources Police are searching for the owner of a dinghy found Thursday morning along the Wilson Point shoreline in Middle River.
The small vessel, identified as a West Marine WaterTender 9.4, was recovered without any registration or identifying information, prompting an appeal for public assistance in locating its owner.
Key Points
- A West Marine WaterTender 9.4 dinghy was found Thursday on the Middle River shoreline.
- Maryland Natural Resources Police are asking for information to help identify the vessel’s owner.
- Officials recommend paddle-craft owners label their vessels with contact details for safety.
Dinghy found with no ID prompts public safety reminder
Authorities urged anyone with knowledge of the vessel to contact the Natural Resources Police dispatch at 410-260-8888 or email Officer Stephen Street at stephen.street@maryland.gov.
In a statement posted on social media, police also reminded boaters and paddle-craft users to mark their equipment with “If Found” stickers or personal information. This precaution allows responders to determine whether a missing watercraft signals an emergency or a vessel simply went adrift.
No immediate evidence of foul play or distress was reported in connection with the recovered dinghy.
The investigation remains open as officials work to verify if the boat’s owner is safe.
An unmarked dinghy stirs questions on Maryland waters as police seek its mysterious owner.