18-year-old pronounced dead after drowning at Sand Hollow State Park
UPDATE, 2:34 p.m.: The victim in this incident has been identified as Christian Jeffrey Fisher, 18, of Las Vegas, Nevada.
Fisher was swimming with friends in the dive park area at Sand Hollow State Park when the drowning occurred, according to a press release from Utah State Parks. While swimming, Fisher’s friends reportedly saw him struggle to keep his head above water. He then went under and did not resurface, officials said.
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Authorities recovered Fisher’s body at 4:20 p.m. Saturday, two hours after his drowning.
“The Utah Division of State Parks extends our condolences to Fisher’s family and friends. This incident remains under investigation at this time,” the release states. “With the recreation season now underway, outdoor recreators should work diligently to prioritize safety. Always recreate with a buddy, wear your life jackets and helmets, and let somebody know where you are going and when to expect your return. Checking weather conditions and water temperatures is also vital. Pack appropriate gear for your activity and stay hydrated while outdoors.”
No further information is available at this time.
ORIGINAL POST: WASHINGTON COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — An 18-year-old man has been declared deceased after drowning at Sand Hollow State Park on Saturday, according to Utah State Parks.
The victim, an 18-year-old man from Las Vegas, Nevada, was swimming with a friend in what is known as the dive park area, according to Candace Smith, park manager for Sand Hollow State Park.
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The victim’s friend reportedly swam back to shore to call for help after the incident.
Authorities received the initial report shortly after 2:20 p.m. on May 4. The man was found deceased at 4:20 p.m.
The two had reportedly been swimming in an area between the swim dock and land, where no boats are allowed. Swimming and diving in this area is common, Smith said.
Smith is urging swimmers at the state park to wear life vests, emphasizing the importance of doing so even if you believe you are an experienced swimmer. Authorities have never had to rescue an individual because of a life vest, only those who choose not to wear one, Smith said.
The identity of the victim and the exact cause of the drowning has not been released at this time.
No further information is currently available.
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