Missing Swimmers Drowned In Camden County Lake: Reports

WINSLOW TOWNSHIP, NJ — Two swimmers who went missing were found dead Monday in a Camden County lake, according to reports.

The swimmers — both in their 20s — died from accidental drowning, authorities told CBS Philadelphia.

Officers went to Penbryn Lake Wildlife Management Area at about 3 p.m. for reports of possible drownings, according to 6abc Action News. A group of four people went into the water, and two of them called 911 when the other two swimmers didn't return, the news outlet said.

A search for the missing swimmers lasted nearly three hours, according to CBS Philadelphia. Search efforts included divers, ground responders and K-9 units scouring the woods.

Family members identified one of the swimmers as Fernando Iglesias. His brother-in-law created a GoFundMe page for both victims' funeral expenses.

"With limited family and friends we are asking that you open your hearts and donate anything possible to properly be able to put them both to rest," the GoFundMe says.

Penbryn Lake Wildlife Management Area is a popular fishing destination. But swimming is prohibited at the protected state lands.

Four people have drowned in Camden County in recent days, including two toddlers who drowned in a backyard pool Sunday in Bellmawr.

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