On July 29, 2020

Man drowns in Echo Lake

PLYMOUTH—On Monday, July 27, at 4:25 p.m. police responded to a drowning at Plymouth State Park on Echo lake.

Troopers from the Vermont State Police Rutland Barracks were notified of a missing swimmer at the Plymouth State Park, located at 1960 Camp Road in Plymouth. It was reported that 77-year-old, Thomas Marrone had last been seen swimming with his family members who had exited the water. When Marrone was unable to be located the family believed that he had never come ashore. At approximately 5:51 p.m., following a brief search, Marrone was located unresponsive in 20 feet of water. Marrone was pronounced deceased at that time.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Henry Alberico at the Vermont State Police (802)-773-9101.

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