10-Year-Old Boy Believed Lost in Passaic River After Alleged Rescue Attempt
A 10-year-old boy is believed to have saved his sister before being swept away by the Passaic River, according to the mayor.
Raleigh Durham, NC, July 30, 2026 —
A 10-year-old boy is presumed to have drowned in the Passaic River after he is believed to have saved his sister from the water, according to statements made by the mayor. The incident occurred recently, though a specific date was not provided.
The mayor stated that the boy’s actions likely resulted in his sister’s safety before he was overcome by the river’s currents. Details regarding the exact circumstances leading to the children being in the river were not immediately available. The search for the boy is ongoing.
Further information, including the identities of the children and the mayor, was not provided in the summary. The location of the incident is within the Passaic River. The investigation into the incident is continuing, with officials focusing on the recovery of the missing boy.
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