A kayaker is hospitalized after being rescued from the American River

RANCHO CORDOVA - A kayaker is in the hospital after being rescued from the American River. 

Sac Metro said that 2 boats and 2 helicopters worked together to rescue the victim in Rancho Cordova on Tuesday night. Crews said the person is now in critical condition.

Unfortunately, the victim was not wearing a life jacket while in the river.   

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• Rescue
• American River

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