Tragic Boating Incident Claims Life of Boy Scout at New Hampshire Lake Camp

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Authorities have reported the unfortunate demise of a Boy Scout in a boating accident that occurred at a lake in New Hampshire during a camp outing.

Emergency services received an urgent 911 distress call on Friday afternoon about a boating mishap at Manning Lake in Gilmanton. The call reported a young child had sustained injuries during the incident. The New Hampshire Department of Safety later confirmed that the young boy, a member of the Boy Scout camp group, suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the incident site. Further details regarding the accident remain undisclosed.

A representative from the Scouts, speaking to WMUR-TV, confirmed the boy hailed from Lexington, Massachusetts.

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The Daniel Webster Council of the Boy Scouts of America in New Hampshire released a statement expressing profound sorrow over the tragic event: “We are deeply saddened to confirm the death of a Scout … following a tragic accident on Manning Lake in Gilmanton. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the Scout’s family. We ask everyone to please remember this young man and his loved ones in their thoughts and prayers during this challenging time.”

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More about Boy Scout Boating Accident

• WMUR-TV: Boy Scout dies in boating accident at New Hampshire lake camp
• New Hampshire Department of Safety (official website)