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Kayaker Reported Missing in Cumberland County

56-year-old Michael Payne (Center) of Hawkins County was reported missing Sunday in Cumberland County. His last known location was near Antioch Bridge before kayaking to Devil’s Breakfast Table Saturday. (Photo: Cumberland County Fire Department).

A man was reported missing in Cumberland County Sunday while kayaking to Devil’s Breakfast Table.

Cumberland County EMA Director Rick Williams, crews are searching for 56-year-old Michael Payne, of Hawkins County.

Williams said Payne was last heard from Saturday after leaving a note on his vehicle at 2:18 p.m. near Antioch Bridge.

Rescue squads and the Tennessee Highway Patrol are on the scene and will use a helicopter to help search the area.

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