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ID Released For Teen Swimmer Found Dead In Candlewood Lake

The body of a teen who went missing while swimming in Candlewood Lake in New Milford has been recovered, according to New Milford Mayor Pete Bass.

The body of a teen who went missing while swimming in Candlewood Lake has been recovered.

The body of a teen who went missing while swimming in Candlewood Lake has been recovered.

Photo Credit: New Milford Mayor Pete Bass

Joshua DaSilva, 17, of New Milford, who went missing while swimming with friends on Monday, May 27, was recovered by the New Milford Police Department and the Newtown Underwater Search and Rescue, said New Milford Police Lt. Lawrence Ash.

"The body of the missing swimmer has been found by the NMPD diving team," said Bass on Facebook. "Please say a prayer for the found swimmer and family."

Ash said the department would like to "express our deepest condolences to Joshua's family and friends"

He also thanked the following for their support and assistance in locating DaSilva:

  • Newtown Underwater Search and Rescue
  • Water Witch Hose Company Number Two
  • Connecticut State Police
  • Brookfield Police Department
  • Connecticut Environmental Police (DEEP)
  • The New Milford Community Ambulance
  • Water Witch Hose Danbury
  • Resources In Search And Rescue (RSAR)
  • The Owners and Staff of Gerard's Water's Edge Marina
  • Faith Church
  • Our community members

This continues to be a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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