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"We want to extend our condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Mossman as the decision to suspend a search is never an easy one to make and is done with great care and deliberation," Chris Eddy, a Coast Guard search-and-rescue specialist, said in a release. "Unfortunately, despite our best efforts and an exhaustive search, our crews were unable to locate him."

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Ja’Quon Stembridge, shown here in July at the Henry County Republican Party monthly meeting, recently stepped from his position with the Georgia GOP. (Jenni Girtman for the AJC)

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