A woman who went missing while walking her dog was found dead after falling into a lake

A Massachusetts woman A missing man was found dead on a frozen lake on Christmas Eve, after authorities believe he fell into the frozen water while walking his dog.

Owen Kasozi, 30, was last seen entering the JC Phillips Nature Preserve in Beverly, Massachusetts around 3 p.m. Tuesday, and when he didn’t return, authorities launched a multi-agency search for him, the Essex County District Attorney’s Office said. release.

on behalf of Beverly Police DepartmentI would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family of Owen Kasozi,” said Beverly Police Chief John G. LeLacheur. “I would also like to thank all the first responders for being able to provide some closure to the family. This is the result of a difficult search process.

According to reports, Kasozi was walking his dog in the reserve before he disappeared. Officials said the nature reserve is a popular spot for dog walking and is frequented by residents.

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Owen Kasozi, 30, of Danvers, Massachusetts, was found dead in Lake Wenham in Beverly. (GoFundMe)

Authorities said Kasozi’s dog was safely located in Topsfield, Massachusetts. pet owner disappearance.

Essex County District Attorney Paul Tucker said authorities believe the 30-year-old girl was walking or running on a trail with her cub when she fell into the icy lake and was unable to get out. Temperatures were below freezing on Tuesday.

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Authorities do not currently suspect foul play, but Kasozi’s official cause of death is pending an investigation by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME), the DA’s office said. Fox News Digital has reached out to OCME for comment.

“This is not the search result that anyone was hoping for,” Tucker said. “We appreciate the efforts of all our law enforcement partners who worked diligently in the lead up to Christmas and Christmas day To find Owen Kasozi. Our thoughts are with his family as they begin to cope with this painful loss.”

His family announced his passing, saying he was a “living soul”. (GoFundMe)

On GoFundMe, his family recalled Kasozi’s “vibrant” personality.

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“In a heartbreaking accident, he fell into a pond in the park and collapsed in the cold, leaving us all in shock and grief,” his family wrote. “Owen was a vibrant soul who brought joy and laughter to everyone he met. His zest for life was infectious and he had the ability to make those around him feel valued and loved. He cherished his family and friends deeply and his absence will be deeply felt in our lives.”