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Bystander Rescues Swimmer at Unpatrolled Beach
24 Jul
Summary
- A swimmer was rescued by bystanders after going under at Sandy Hook Beach.
- The incident occurred in an area with no lifeguards where swimming is prohibited.
- First responders arrived to provide CPR and transport the swimmer to the hospital.

On Thursday afternoon, a swimmer was rescued by bystanders at Sandy Hook Beach after submerging in the water. This occurred along a section of the beach where swimming is not permitted and lifeguards are absent. Two individuals entered the water, and one began to struggle and call for help.
A passerby bravely entered the water to assist. Bystanders continued performing CPR on the rescued swimmer and contacted emergency services. First responders arrived on the scene and transported the individual to a local hospital. The condition of the swimmer is currently unknown following this emergency rescue.