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Recovery efforts underway for teen boy at Jaycee Quarry Park in Sheboygan

13-year-old boy drowns at Sheboygan quarry
Recovery efforts underway for teen boy at Jaycee Quarry Park in Sheboygan
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A recovery effort is underway at Jaycee Quarry Park in Sheboygan, according to officials.

The Sheboygan fire chief told TMJ4 that the call came in at 2:09 p.m. Tuesday, and first responders were on scene by 2:12 p.m.

A 13-year-old boy went under the water at the park and has not yet been found. According to officials, the depth of the water and the amount of debris is making the recovery effort more difficult.

Watch: Recovery efforts underway for teen boy at Jaycee Quarry Park in Sheboygan

13-year-old boy drowns at Sheboygan quarry

The park has been closed off by law enforcement as multiple agencies work at the scene. Fire trucks and police officers are stationed throughout the area as recovery operations continue.

Officials have been in contact with the family as they search the park and quarry, which is approximately 30 feet deep.

As of Tuesday night around 8:45, crews paused the recovery effort. According to Sheboygan Fire Chief, Eric Montellano, the search will continue Wednesday morning.

This is a developing story. Continue following TMJ4 both on air and online for updates.


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