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Missing boater headed to Vero Beach faced drug charges, was experienced sailor

Missing boater headed to Vero Beach faced drug charges, was experienced sailor
Peter Cook
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VERO BEACH, Fla. — New details are coming to light regarding a

first reported in the TCPalm.

The 55 year old Cook was released on bond a few days after his arrest two years ago.

Not only was Peter Cook facing charges, he was also an experienced sailor who worked for years as a lobsterman, according to a written statement from his attorney dated March 2.

On Feb. 26, the Coast Guard suspended the search for the missing boaters.

Below is the full statement from the Cooks’ attorney R. Brady Vannoy regarding their disappearance:

“We send out thoughts and prayers to the family of Gerald and Peter Cook. Peter worked for years as a lobsterman and is an experienced seaman. His love for his animals rivaled that of the love he felt for his parents. We will continue to hold out hope for both Gerald and Peter’s rescue and recovery.”