Tyler State Park in Pennsylvania closed until further notice as crews search for missing park ranger
Update: Search crews on Sunday recovered the body of Alec Campbell, the 38-year-old park resource ranger whose boat capsized in the park. The park will remain closed Monday, officials said.
Tyler State Park in Newton, Pennsylvania, remains closed on Sunday, May 25 as multiple agencies search for a missing park resource ranger whose boat capsized Friday afternoon, state police said.
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources said the incident happened just before noon Friday in the Neshaminy Creek. Pennsylvania State Police is overseeing the investigation and said they were notified about the missing boater just before 12:30 p.m.
State police identified the missing Department of Conservation and Natural Resources ranger as a 38-year-old man from Delaware County. However, a name was not provided.
Chopper 3 saw water rescue teams searching the creek for the missing boater.
Several agencies are also assisting in investigating the incident, including the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Northampton Township Fire Department, Newton Emergency Services Department, New Hope Fire Department, Lingohocken Fire Department, Upper Makefield Fire Company and Bucks County Special Operations Dive Team.
In a statement, Pennsylvania State Rep. Kristin Marcell, whose legislative district includes Tyler State Park, said she was "heartbroken" to hear about the incident involving a missing park ranger. "My thoughts are with the employee's family, loved ones, and fellow park staff during this difficult time. I am deeply grateful to the first responders and emergency personnel for their swift response and continued efforts on the scene," she said.
