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Recovery Mission Resumes for Missing Swimmer Near Highland Park

Strong currents thwarted a bystander rescue, prompting a coordinated response by Highland Park crews.

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Overview

  • Crews returned to Lake Michigan around 8 a.m. Sunday to continue the search near the Openlands Lakeshore Preserve at Fort Sheridan.
  • The individual was last seen struggling in the water around noon on Saturday, according to authorities.
  • Highland Park’s Fire Department Water Rescue Team led operations as police supported the search with a drone.
  • A dive team member was briefly reported missing during Saturday’s efforts before being located safely.
  • Search operations paused at 6 p.m. Saturday, and officials have not yet identified the missing swimmer.