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Teenager drowns in Squannacook River in Groton
The 17-year-old boy did not resurface after swimming underwater.
A 17-year-old male drowned in the Squannacook River in Groton this afternoon, officials confirmed.
The Groton Police Department and Middlesex DA’s Office have started an open investigation but as of Wednesday night, have not identified the teen.
According to authorities, the drowning occurred around 3:19 p.m. in the Bertozzi Wildlife Management Area in Groton when a group of teenagers were jumping into the river using a rope swing. Police reported while the teenagers were trying to cross the river, one boy swam underwater.