May 31, 2010
Drowning Under Investigation at Stonewall Jackson Lake
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On Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 4:40 p.m., Lewis County 911 received a call about a possible drowning at the marina on Stonewall Jackson Lake. Numerous agencies responded to the call, and immediately began the rescue efforts. Initial information indicated that the victim had possibly received an electrical shock while attempting to climb the swim ladder back onto the boat.
The various agencies, including Division of Natural Resources Conservation Officers, the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, Walkersville, Weston and other volunteer fire departments, the Lewis County Sherrif's Department, the West Virginia State Police, and Lewis County EMS, conducted an exhaustive search and rescue attempt. Stonewall Jackson State Park employees and numerous volunteers also assisted.
At 9:25 p.m. the victim, a 15 year old juvenile male from the Bridgeport area, was recovered at a depth of approximately 34 feet of water. Search efforts were hampered by the depth and cold temperatures of the water and very poor visibility.
The ongoing investigation being conducted by DNR Law Enforcement indicates that three juveniles were swimming in the rear area of the boat which was docked at the marina. One of the juveniles had exited the water and was standing on the back of the boat observing the other two swimming. The other two were approaching the ladder. The victim made contact with the ladder and indications are that he received a possible electric shock and released his hold on the ladder and slipped under the surface of the water. The other juvenile in the water appears to have also received a shock, but was able to exit the water. This juvenile was transported to a local hospital and was treated and released later in the evening.
Conservation Officers are awaiting results from the Medical Examiners office. The investigation has determined that electrical shock is a possible factor. The probable cause of the electric shock has been identified, and Conservation Officers have been assured that steps have been and are being taken to ensure that the area is safe.
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Drowning Under Investigation at Stonewall Jackson Lake
Special to Huntingtonnews.net
On Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 4:40 p.m., Lewis County 911 received a call about a possible drowning at the marina on Stonewall Jackson Lake. Numerous agencies responded to the call, and immediately began the rescue efforts. Initial information indicated that the victim had possibly received an electrical shock while attempting to climb the swim ladder back onto the boat.
The various agencies, including Division of Natural Resources Conservation Officers, the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, Walkersville, Weston and other volunteer fire departments, the Lewis County Sherrif's Department, the West Virginia State Police, and Lewis County EMS, conducted an exhaustive search and rescue attempt. Stonewall Jackson State Park employees and numerous volunteers also assisted.
At 9:25 p.m. the victim, a 15 year old juvenile male from the Bridgeport area, was recovered at a depth of approximately 34 feet of water. Search efforts were hampered by the depth and cold temperatures of the water and very poor visibility.
The ongoing investigation being conducted by DNR Law Enforcement indicates that three juveniles were swimming in the rear area of the boat which was docked at the marina. One of the juveniles had exited the water and was standing on the back of the boat observing the other two swimming. The other two were approaching the ladder. The victim made contact with the ladder and indications are that he received a possible electric shock and released his hold on the ladder and slipped under the surface of the water. The other juvenile in the water appears to have also received a shock, but was able to exit the water. This juvenile was transported to a local hospital and was treated and released later in the evening.
Conservation Officers are awaiting results from the Medical Examiners office. The investigation has determined that electrical shock is a possible factor. The probable cause of the electric shock has been identified, and Conservation Officers have been assured that steps have been and are being taken to ensure that the area is safe.
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