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CATAWBA COUNTY, N.C. — Deputies said a 72-year-old man drowned while swimming in Lake Norman in Catawba County Saturday.
Authorities responded to the scene near Giles Avenue in Sherrills Ford.
Breaking Catawba Co- sheriff deputies are on the scene of a drowning off of Giles Avenue in Sherrills Ford. Investigators say a 72-year old man drowned while swimming near a dock. Deputies say first responders have recovered the body. Prayers for his family tonight.
— Dave Faherty (@FahertyWSOC9) July 3, 2021
Sheriff’s deputies said the man was swimming near a dock when he drowned. First responders have recovered his body. His identity has not been released.
This is an ongoing investigation. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.
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