MILWAUKEE - The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is investigating a drowning that happened at Bay View Park on Saturday morning, Aug. 15.
Bay View Park drowning
What we know:
The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office said first responders were called at around 9:40 a.m. after a passerby on the Oak Leaf Trail reported a body in the water about 30 feet off the shore.
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A water rescue was initiated, and an unknown male was recovered. He was pronounced dead at the scene despite life-saving measures.
A security perimeter is currently set up around the scene as the investigation continues.
Park visitors are asked to respect the boundaries in place.
The Source: Information in this post is from the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office.