Other — Kirkland, WA — reported 2026-06-20

SUMMARY

A man was reported missing and presumed dead after failing to resurface while swimming with friends off a boat near Holmes Point, Lake Washington.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Other
  • Location: Kirkland, WA
  • Date reported: 2026-06-20
  • Suspect: male
  • Victim(s): 1 (male swimmer)

REPORTED DETAILS

  • Emergency responders were called around 1:30 a.m. on Saturday after the man did not resurface from swimming in Lake Washington.
  • The search initially involved Kirkland Fire Department divers and Seattle Harbor Patrol, later joined by U.S. Coast Guard with helicopter and marine vessel.
  • Search conditions were challenging due to strong winds, rough water, and limited visibility.
  • No signs of alcohol or drug impairment among the friends on the boat were observed.