07/16/2026
****East Brunswick Police Investigating Drowning at Dallenbach Lake****
The East Brunswick Police Department is investigating the drowning of a 59-year-old man that occurred at Dallenbach Lake.
On July 15, 2026, at approximately 3:34 PM, the East Brunswick Police Department received a report of a man who had been swimming in Dallenbach Lake (380 Dunhams Corner Road) and had gone underwater without resurfacing.
A large-scale emergency response was immediately initiated. The following agencies responded to assist in the search and rescue effort:
- East Brunswick Police Department
- East Brunswick Office of Emergency Management (OEM)
- East Brunswick Fire Department (all three fire districts)
- Perth Amboy Police and Fire Dive Team
- New Jersey State Police Aviation Unit
- New Jersey State Police Marine Unit
- RWJBarnabas Health Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS)
After an extensive search of the lake, members of the Perth Amboy Police and Fire Dive Team located the man and removed him from the water. RWJBarnabas Health BLS and ALS personnel immediately initiated lifesaving measures and transported him to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
The identity of the individual is being withheld pending notification of next of kin. No further identifying information will be released at this time.
The incident remains under investigation by the East Brunswick Police Department Investigative Division. At this time, there is no indication of foul play.
The East Brunswick Police Department is asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who has information that may assist investigators to contact the East Brunswick Police Department Investigative Division at 732-390-6990. Individuals may also submit anonymous information through the Department's Confidential Tip Line at 732-4EBTIPS.
Chief Frank LoSacco commended the efforts of everyone involved in the response.
"This was an incredibly challenging and heartbreaking incident. I want to express my sincere gratitude to every first responder who worked tirelessly throughout this operation. This response is a testament to the strong partnerships that exist among our law enforcement, fire service, EMS, and public safety agencies. Working together, these dedicated professionals brought an immense amount of expertise, resources, and commitment to this difficult operation.
On behalf of the East Brunswick Police Department, I extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time."
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