Introduction to the Incident
The body of a South Ozone Park man was pulled from Jamaica Bay in Broad Channel on July 27, and police are working to determine how he died.
File photo by Lloyd Mitchell
Details of the Discovery
The body of a South Ozone Park man was pulled from the waters of Jamaica Bay on Sunday, July 20, and an investigation is underway to determine how he died.
Police from the 100th Precinct responded to a 911 call of a man in need of medical attention just before 6 p.m. at the North Channel Bridge and Cross Bay Boulevard. Upon their arrival, officers were informed that an unidentified adult male, who was unconscious and unresponsive, had been brought to shore by a bystander at the location.
EMS responded to the scene and transported the man to St. John’s Episcopal Hospital in Far Rockaway, where he was pronounced dead. He was later identified as a 62-year-old Mark Graham of 116th Avenue in South Ozone Park. The office of the Chief Medical Examiner will determine the cause of death, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Reaction from Local Authorities
“This is sadly another tragedy in the waters of Jamaica Bay,” Council Member Joann Ariola said. “I hope that, at the very least, the identification will be able to give some sense of closure to Mr. Graham’s family, and they are certainly in my prayers during this enormously difficult time.
Related Incidents
On Monday, July 28, police from the 101st Precinct found the body of a man floating near Beach 25th Street and investigators are working to determine if it is a 22-year-old who vanished as he swam near Beach 20th Street. on Saturday.
A week earlier, the body of an unidentified man was discovered floating off Beach 97th St. in Rockaway Beach.
Conclusion
The discovery of Mark Graham’s body in Jamaica Bay is a tragic incident that has sparked an investigation into the cause of his death. As the community mourns the loss of another life in the waters of Jamaica Bay, local authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding his death. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of water safety and the need for continued vigilance in preventing such tragedies.
FAQs
Q: Who was the man found dead in Jamaica Bay?
A: The man was identified as 62-year-old Mark Graham of South Ozone Park.
Q: When was the body discovered?
A: The body was discovered on July 27.
Q: What is the cause of death?
A: The cause of death is still under investigation by the office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
Q: Are there any related incidents?
A: Yes, there have been other incidents of bodies being found in the waters of Jamaica Bay in recent weeks.
Q: What is being done to prevent such incidents in the future?
A: Local authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths and to implement measures to improve water safety in the area.
