Lightning suspected in Ohio man's death

WALPOLE ISLAND, Ontario (AP) — Police say an Ohio man has died after he was likely struck by lightning while boating near the Ontario-Michigan border.

Provincial and local police say a 41-year-old Ravenna man died Friday while boating with family and friends near Walpole Island. His name has not been released.

Authorities say the boaters took shelter in some reeds when a thunderstorm rolled in. Witnesses on the boat say they heard a loud crack and saw a bright flash before they saw a man lying on the deck.

The U.S. Coast Guard found the boat and brought it ashore after someone called 911.

An autopsy was scheduled for later today.

Walpole Island is located about 30 miles northeast of Detroit.