Body of Missing NH Woman Found in Westford Pond

Margaret Hammersley, a 73-year-old woman from Nashua, New Hampshire, was found dead in Forge Pond, Westford, Massachusetts, after being reported missing. Her body was discovered by the NEMLEC Search Team near the Groton town line, following an extensive search operation involving multiple agencies, including the Massachusetts State Police and Westford Fire Department. Hammersley’s vehicle had been found unoccupied in a parking lot along Pleasant Street, which initiated the search efforts utilizing K-9 units, drones, and helicopters. The Westford Police Department expressed condolences to her family and requested privacy during this time. Hammersley had no known connections to Westford, and police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her disappearance. Residents in the area were asked to review any surveillance footage for potential sightings.