DoorDash executive among victims in Lake Tahoe boating disaster
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Authorities have released the identities of the victims who lost their lives when a boat capsized in a popular California vacation spot.

One of the victims was 37-year-old Joshua Pickles, who served as DoorDash’s global head of strategic sourcing and procurement within the finance team, according to the company. 

“We are heartbroken by the tragic accident that took the life of our beloved colleague, Josh Pickles,” a statement from DoorDash sent to Fox News Digital read. 

“Josh loved his team and was an inspiration to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. During his nearly seven years at DoorDash, he brought a contagious spirit that lifted those around him. The loss of Josh is immeasurable. We miss him deeply and will carry his memory with us always.”

Capsized boat in Lake Tahoe

The 27-foot gold Chris-Craft vessel reportedly capsized because of a large swell. (Coast Guard)

The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office Coroner’s Division said they had “positively identified” the victims of the tragic boating incident on Lake Tahoe that took place on Saturday, June 21.

The eight victims were identified by officials as: 

  • Paula Bozinovich, 71, from Redwood City, California
  • Terry Pickles, 73, from Redwood City, California
  • Joshua Antony Pickles, 37, from San Francisco
  • Peter Bayes, 72, from Lincoln, California
  • Timothy O’Leary, 71, from Auburn, California
  • Theresa Giullari, 66, from Honeoye, New York
  • James Guck, 69, from Honeoye, New York
  • Stephen Lindsay, 63, from Springwater, New York

“The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office extends its deepest heartfelt condolences to the families of those who were lost and all those who have been affected by this tragic event,” the sheriff’s office shared in a statement on their Facebook page.

Deputies told Fox News Digital that the conditions of the other two victims, who were not identified, were unknown. 

The incident happened on Saturday at 3 p.m. Law enforcement agencies received a report that 10 people were in the water, prompting the Coast Guard to send a response crew to the area. 

The 27-foot gold Chris-Craft vessel reportedly capsized because of a large swell.

According to the Coast Guard, winds at the time were just over 34 mph, with a 6- to 8-foot swell.

Fox News’ Adam Sabes contributed to this report. 

Stepheny Price is a writer for Fox News Digital and Fox Business. She covers topics including missing persons, homicides, national crime cases, illegal immigration, and more. Story tips and ideas can be sent to stepheny.price@fox.com

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