Body Of Missing Swimmer Found In Mountain Island Lake

MOUNT HOLLY, NC — The body of 19-year-old Jacob Turner was recovered from Mountain Island Lake early Friday afternoon after he went missing the night before.

Family members tell WCCB that Turner was swimming with his family shortly before 7:30pm Thursday when he got tired and went under.

Multiple agencies from Gaston and Mecklenburg Counties responded to the area. The search lasted until roughly 10:30pm and was discontinued for the night.

Recovery efforts resumed around 9am Friday morning, and Turner’s body was found around 12:45pm.

The investigation into what led to Turner’s death is ongoing. Check back for updates.