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Fort Walton Beach man found deceased on anchored vessel, investigation underway

There are no signs of foul play, according to the Fort Walton Beach Police Department.

On July 12, 2023, the Fort Walton Beach Police Department was called to assist Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation and Commission (FWC) for a male on a vessel anchored behind Mariner Plaza, 202 Eglin Pkwy NE, that had an active warrant for his arrest. 

  • FWC located a male, later identified as 43-year-old Andrew Hollister, deceased on board the vessel. 

There are no signs of foul play, according to the Fort Walton Beach Police Department. The FWBPD has taken the lead in the ongoing investigation.

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