FALMOUTH, Mass.- An 18-year-old male from Connecticut died after falling into Jenkins Pond while paddle-boarding in Falmouth on August 31, according to authorities.
Falmouth police and Falmouth Fire and Rescue responded to the pond at approximately 5:49 p.m. for a reported drowning. Responders learned that two individuals had been paddle-boarding when one fell off and entered the water.
Falmouth Fire and Rescue deployed a boat and extracted the victim from the water. Responders immediately began life-saving measures before transporting him to Falmouth Hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
Falmouth Marine and Environmental Services and the Massachusetts State Environmental Police also responded to assist.
Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to the Cape and Islands District Attorney’s Office responded and took jurisdiction of the investigation.
Subscribe to The Shrewsbury Post Updates
