Wisconsin Dells, WI – A late-night incident along the Wisconsin River turned tragic Wednesday, September 17, when emergency crews recovered a man who had fallen into the water near 29 Broadway Avenue.
According to the Wisconsin Dells Police Department, officers and rescue units were dispatched at approximately 11:47 p.m. for reports of a man who had gone over a railing and into the river.
The Kilbourn Fire Department launched a rescue boat to begin recovery efforts. By about 1:20 a.m., responders were able to locate the man in the river. Authorities confirmed the individual was deceased.
Based on surveillance footage and witness statements, police said foul play is not suspected in the case. The man’s name has not been released, pending family notification. The investigation remains ongoing.
Multiple agencies assisted in the response, including Kilbourn Fire Department, Dells/Delton EMS, Lake Delton Police Department, the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office, and the Columbia County Medical Examiner’s Office.
Residents near the riverfront are encouraged to use caution around railings and water-access areas, especially during evening hours.
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