CPW Conducts Sonar Search After Possible Drowning At Lake Pueblo Amid Recent Incidents

Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is actively conducting a search and rescue operation following a report of a possible drowning at Lake Pueblo State Park's south fishing area. Park boat patrol teams are utilizing sonar in a grid search, while the Marine Evidence Recovery Team is en route with additional sonar and an underwater drone to assist in the effort. If confirmed, this would mark the fourth drowning incident at Lake Pueblo in just over a month, following three recent fatalities involving individuals who were not wearing life jackets. These incidents include Derrick Lee Vigil, who died when his boat capsized on May 30; Manuel DeJesus Villanueva Miranda, who drowned on May 14 after attempting to help his children; and Daniel Duane Strawn, who died on June 7 after entering the water without a life jacket. CPW emphasizes boating safety measures to prevent further tragedies, including wearing life jackets, avoiding alcohol while boating, and being cautious of weather and water conditions. The search continues with no confirmed details yet about the latest possible victim's identity or circumstances.