Drowning Archives

Teen Drowns After Jumping From Cliff Near Ripley Beach

August 9, 2019 By News Staff 0

LAKE ERIE – Chautauqua County Sheriff Deputies say a 19-year-old teen drowned Thursday after jumping from a cliff into Lake Erie near Ripley Beach. Authorities have identified the drowning victim as Alex L. Musser, 19, …

Man Drowns While Swimming Near Barcelona Harbor

July 19, 2019 By News Staff 0

LAKE ERIE – A Jamestown man swimming in Lake Erie near Barcelona Harbor drowned Friday afternoon. The Chautauqua County Water Emergency Team recovered the body of John R. Penhollow, 24, following a two hour search. …