South Carolina man dies while swimming in Newfound Lake

The New Hampshire Union Leader, Manchester
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Jun. 13—A South Carolina man is believed to have drowned in Newfound Lake in Bristol on Monday, authorities said Tuesday morning.

Search crews discovered the body of Ole Romero, 38, of Charleston, in the water near the residence where he was staying, according to New Hampshire Fish and Game.

About 6:15 p.m., state police received a report of a possible drowning near Arrowhead Point Road on Newfound Lake, where it was reported that a swimmer had gone into the water and not returned.

"Bristol Fire Department was first on scene and was able to put a boat in the water and immediately begin a search," said Fish and Game. "Shortly after the start of the search, the victim was located approximately 140 feet from the shore of the residence he was staying at."

Romero was taken to Wellington State Park, where an ambulance was waiting.

"Lifesaving measures were attempted but the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene," said Fish and Game.

The death is being investigated by Marine Patrol and is not considered suspicious. Anyone with information call Sgt. Josh Dirth at 227-2115 or Lt. Dennis Wade at 223-8863.