Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
06/04/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/04/2026 16:50
Statement on the June 4 drowning at Lake Anna State Park
Media inquiries: Please contact Dave Neudeck, [email protected], 804-786-5053.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: June 04, 2026
Contact: Dave Neudeck, Communications and Marketing Director, 804-786-5053, [email protected]
Scott Vantrease, Chief, DCR Office of Public Safety & Law Enforcement, 804-887-7314, [email protected]
Statement on the June 4 drowning at Lake Anna State Park
This afternoon at Lake Anna State Park in Spotsylvania County, an adult male was discovered unresponsive in approximately 10 feet of water by park guests. Park Rangers and guests entered the water, located the individual, and immediately began CPR. Spotsylvania Fire and Rescue responded and continued lifesaving efforts. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
The identity of the individual is being withheld pending notification of family.
No additional information is available at this time.
The beach at Lake Anna State Park will remain closed until further notice.
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