Crime & Safety
Authorities Searching Freehold Twp. Lake For Fisherman: Reports
The fisherman fell overboard at Lake Topanemus early Thursday morning, according to the reports.
FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP, NJ — Authorities are searching Lake Topanemus Thursday for a fisherman who apparently fell overboard, according to reports.
NJ.com reported the search included divers in the water searching as of late morning. That report said the entrance to the park, off Pond Road, is closed and likely will remain closed for the rest of the day.
News 12 New Jersey reported the search began after the man was reported to have fallen overboard about 3:30 a.m.
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Search/rescue crews looking for missing person at this lake in Freehold Township @News12NJ pic.twitter.com/de5nULUVUy
— Jim Murdoch News12NJ (@ReporterJim) September 28, 2017
A message was left with the Monmouth County prosecutor's office seeking more information. This is a breaking news report and will be updated as more information becomes available.
Lake Topanemus photo via Google Maps
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