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14-year-old drowns while swimming at Sandy Beach Park, police say
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· July 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points A 14-year-old boy was reported missing while swimming in the lake. A drowning incident occurred at Sandy Beach Park in Lake Mills, Wisconsin.
A drowning incident occurred at Sandy Beach Park in Lake Mills, Wisconsin. A 14-year-old boy was reported missing while swimming in the lake. First responders searched the area and the Lake Mills Dive Team retrieved the boy from the water.
Unfortunately, attempts to save his life were unsuccessful. The boy, who was from Madison, was not wearing a life jacket at the time. The Lake Mills Police Department is investigating the incident and has extended condolences to the boy's loved ones.
Further details about the incident are available from the source.
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Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
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