NEWBURYPORT — City Marshal Matthew Simons and Fire Chief Stephen Bradbury III share the following update on the response of the Newburyport Police and Fire Department to a report of swimmers in distress on Sunday night.
The Police and Fire Departments, supported by the Newbury Police and Fire Departments, the U.S. Coast Guard and Atlantic Ambulance EMS and assisted by local fishermen, successfully returned two swimmers to shore so they could receive medical attention.
One swimmer, a 25-year-old female from Lynn, was originally transported to Anna Jacques Hospital, then transported via medical helicopter to a Boston hospital. The other swimmer, a 24-year-old female from East Boston, was initially brought to Anna Jacques Hospital and was later transferred to a Burlington hospital.
Both females remain in critical condition as of Monday morning.
“As City Marshal, I want to commend the swift, courageous actions of the fishermen who pulled the victims from the water and got them to first responder personnel. The quick response and continuity of care when first responders took over was nothing short of amazing. This operation was a powerful example of interagency collaboration at its best, where training, communication, and teamwork made all the difference,” said City Marshal Simons. “I am proud of the professionalism and dedication shown by everyone on scene through the aftercare. Their efforts and actions reaffirmed our shared commitment to public safety. Our focus now turns to hope and strength for the victims and their families, and healing for all involved in this traumatic event.”
