In a tragic turn of events, the bodies of two kayakers were recovered from Omega Pond in East Providence. The first body was found earlier on Friday, with the second body being discovered later in the day.

According to East Providence police, concerned family members notified them on Friday morning at around 8:40 am that two adult males had not returned from their kayaking trip the previous night. The identities of the kayakers were not immediately released by the authorities.

The search for the missing kayakers began, and the first body was located near the shoreline of Omega Pond thanks to the aid of a drone. The murky water hindered the visibility for the police officers and firefighters on the boat, making the search difficult. However, the drone played a crucial role in spotting something unusual from above, guiding the fire department to the area where the deceased person was found.

East Providence Police Chief Christopher Francesconi highlighted the challenges faced by the search and rescue team due to the water's low visibility. To assist in the search for the second kayaker, a Rhode Island State Police dive team joined forces with the East Providence Fire Department.

NBC 10 News witnessed police officers removing two blue kayaks from the scene, further confirming the presence of the missing kayakers and their involvement in the incident.

As investigations continue, authorities are working to determine the precise circumstances that led to the tragic outcome for the two kayakers. The recovery of the bodies marks a devastating end to the search efforts and has left the community in mourning.

Preliminary information suggests that the two kayakers may have encountered difficulties while navigating Omega Pond during their kayaking excursion. However, further details regarding the cause of their deaths were not immediately disclosed.

As the investigation unfolds, authorities will provide updates on the tragic incident, shedding light on what transpired during the ill-fated kayaking trip in Omega Pond.