HAMPTON — A 17-year-old boy died Sunday night after being pulled out to sea by a strong current while swimming with family members at Hampton Beach, according to New Hampshire State Police.
Marine Patrol responded to a report of a possible drowning at approximately 6:46 p.m. on Aug. 24.
Witnesses said the teen was swept away from shore, prompting his father to enter the water in an attempt to rescue him. Both became distressed in the surf, according to police.
Although lifeguards were off duty at the time, police said NH Beach Patrol personnel were called back and responded quickly. Police said lifeguards entered the water and brought both the teen and his father to shore, where lifesaving efforts were initiated on the teen.
To read more, visit seacoastonline.com/story/news/local/2025/08/24/hampton-beach-drowning-teen-dies-after-being-pulled-from-surf/85811499007.
— Staff report, Seacoastonline
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