Overview
- The couple was identified by their children as Kit and Jerry Boucher, who issued a statement thanking first responders and asking for privacy.
- Officials recovered Kit Boucher deceased under the ice at 11:12 a.m. Saturday, roughly two hours after the initial call for help.
- Rescuers searched for Jerry Boucher through Saturday and Sunday before suspending operations due to unsafe ice and tides, then resumed the effort Tuesday.
- Eastham police were first alerted by a report of a loose, wet dog near First Encounter Beach; neighbors have speculated the dog may have gone onto the ice, which has not been confirmed by authorities.
- Two Eastham police officers fell into the water during the initial rescue attempt, were evaluated at Cape Cod Hospital, and released, as the community established a small memorial at Bee's River.