MUSKEGON, Mich. — The Muskegon Police Department is hoping someone has information about the drowning death of James Bortel, 71, of Muskegon
Bortel was found unresponsive in the waters of the lake near the 900 block of Western Avenue just before 2 p.m. Monday, October 19. He eventually was pronounced dead at the scene.
An investigation was begun into whether Bortel’s death was due to foul play, but after an autopsy, foul play was ruled out.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Muskegon Police Department at 231-724-6750 or leave information anonymously with Silent Observer online or by phone at 231-722-7463.
