PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Teenage swimmer missing in Huntington Beach
Authorities said there were strong rip currents earlier in the day.
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CALIFORNIA. – The body of a 15-year-old boy who disappeared while swimming in Huntington Beach two weeks ago has been recovered, authorities said.
The teenager’s body was found near Tower 3 on August 5, officials said.
“Our deepest condolences go out to the young swimmer’s family and friends during this incredibly difficult time,” the Huntington Beach Fire Department said.
RELATED: Search for missing swimmer in Huntington Beach called off
The teen was last seen alive in the water near lifeguard tower 11 between Twin Dolphin and Huntington Streets on July 28. The teen had gone swimming with another person who later came out of the water, noticed the other teen was missing, and called police.
The circumstances of the teenager’s disappearance are currently unclear, but officials noted that there were strong rip currents in the area earlier in the day.
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Candlelight vigil for missing 15-year-old swimmer
The Coast Guard has called off the search for a 15-year-old Huntington Beach boy who disappeared while swimming over the weekend. Friends, family and community members gathered for a vigil to remember him.
The search for the teenager, which was called off two days later, stretched from the Bolsa Chica wetland to Newport. According to the Coast Guard, teams searched by air and sea for nearly 20 hours, covering an area of about 270 square kilometers.
His identity was not disclosed.
