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Kayaker Found Dead After Capsize at Crystal Pond

Officials recovered a body in a multi-agency dive search with the victim's identity withheld pending investigation

Overview

  • A bystander reported seeing a kayak overturn and the occupant disappear beneath the water, prompting an emergency response.
  • Southborough Police, Southborough Fire and EMS, regional public safety units, dive teams and the Massachusetts State Police Air Wing conducted the search.
  • Dive teams recovered the body of a 43-year-old Framingham man from Crystal Pond and authorities have not released his name.
  • Investigators have not yet determined what caused the kayak to capsize and officials have not linked the incident to weather or water conditions.
  • Authorities say the investigation is active and further updates are expected, including any findings from a medical examiner or dive-team reports.