Missing Boater Found

A boater on Lake Keowee has been arrested and faces multiple charges. Oconee County Fire Chief Charlie King said a call came in around 4:30 Saturday afternoon from a man reporting a possible drowning. Crews spent time searching the lake between Fall Creek Landing and Keowee Town Landing.  The man rescuers were searching for was found safe in his home, around 8:45 PM.  Officials say the two men were out on a boat when the boat reportedly broke down.  One man chose to swim to shore and head home.  The boater who reported his friend missing is now facing multiple charges, according to Oconee Officials