Crime & Safety
Cambridge, MA Man Dies In Drowning Incident At Crystal Lake Friday
Amin Taheri, 33, disappeared while in the lake and was pulled from the water unresponsive. Despite life-saving measures, he died.
MANCHESTER, NH — A Cambridge, MA man has died after a drowning incident at Crystal Lake in Manchester Friday. Manchester Fire, AMR, and police responded to a reported drowning at Crystal Lake on Bodwell Road at about 6:45 p.m.
The victim has been identified as Amin Taheri, 33, of Cambridge, MA.
He was swimming in the lake when a witness noticed he disappeared, witnesses proceeded into the water and ultimately located Taheri submerged according to NH Marine Patrol. Life-saving measures were attempted, but he was pronounced deceased at the Elliot Hospital.
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At this time, the death does not appear to be suspicious, and the investigation is ongoing.
Crystal Lake has a popular public beach where residents swim. During the past week, high temperatures brought large crowds to the lake.
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According to signs posted at the beach, no lifeguards are on duty.
Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact Marine Patrol Supervisor William Dansereau at 603-293-2037 or email William.J.Dansereau@DOS.NH.GOV.
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