Newton, MA
News Feed
Events
Local Businesses
Classifieds
Crime & Safety

Missing Swimmer At Newton Lake A False Alarm: Report

Dive teams from Newton and Westborough fire departments scoured the water.

| Updated

NEWTON, MA — A search for a missing swimmer at Crystal Lake Friday afternoon ended up being a false alarm, according to a report from 7 News Boston.

Newton officials responded to the lake shortly before 4 p.m. after receiving a report of a possible drowning. The Westborough Fire Department said its dive team actively searched the body of water in the vicinity of Rogers Street before the search was ultimately called off. The Boston, Natick, and Hopkinton fire departments also assisted on the scene.

Subscribe

Read more at 7 News Boston.

See Also:

Newton Agrees To 3-year Contract With Police Association

Newton Food Drive In Honor Of Fallen Mayor Continues Through July

Shoplifting Remains A Challenge For Newton Stores

Newton South High School Selects Interim Leader For The Next School Year

Newton High School Selects Interim Leader For The Next School Year

More from Newton, MA
News | 6h
News | 1h
News | 1h
See more on Patch >

Sign up for free local newsletters and alerts for the
Newton, MA Patch

Patch.com is the nationwide leader in hyperlocal news.
Visit Patch.com to find your town today.

©2026 Patch Media. All Rights Reserved

Do Not Sell My Personal Information