A teenager drowned while swimming with his family at Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, officials said. The 17-year-old died after he and his father, 61, were pulled from the water when they were swept away by a powerful ocean current, according to authorities.
According to New Hampshire State Police Marine Patrol, authorities received a report of a possible drowning around 6:45 p.m. Witnesses said the teen had been swimming with his family when a strong current carried him away from shore.
The father reportedly entered the water in an attempt to rescue his son but also found himself in distress.
Although lifeguards were off-duty at the time, they were called back and quickly responded. They managed to bring both individuals to shore and immediately began lifesaving measures on the teen.
The father and son were transported to a local hospital, where the teen was later pronounced dead. His father was treated and is in stable condition. Authorities have not yet released the teen’s name.
Marine Patrol is continuing its investigation and is asking anyone with information to contact Sgt. Nicholas Haroutunian at [email protected] or call (603) 227-2112.
Due to the hazardous water conditions and the recent rescue, New Hampshire State Beach Patrol Chief Patrick Murphy told Fox News Digital that the agency is currently still flying red flags with restricted swimming to waist depth.