On July 4, 2024, at approximately 7:45 p.m., deputies from the Marquette County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched for a water rescue at the Boney Falls Campground, in Wells Township.
It was reported that three children and one adult were in the water, and in distress. While en route, deputies were informed that that the three children were safely brought to shore. It was reported that the adult, a 36-year-old woman, was pulled from the water and was unresponsive.
Deputies and medical personnel arrived on the scene and performed life-saving measures.
The woman was later pronounced dead. The name of the victim will not be released at this time.
The Marquette County Sheriff’s Office was assisted on scene by Forsyth Fire and EMS, UPHS-Marquette EMS, and Guardian Flight.
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