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Wlaf1450Emergency personnel spend the balance of Sunday afternoon on operation
LAFOLLETTE, TN (WLAF)- A college student enjoying the weekend on Norris Lake accidentally lost his life on Sunday afternoon. “A fun day at the lake turned tragic,” said Campbell County Sheriff Wayne Barton.
TWRA officials are describing the death of a 19-year old Kentucky man as a swimming incident. “The young man left a private dock on Country Oaks Lane and went into the water and did not resurface,” said Barton.
It was first reported that a male swimming in the Big Creek area of Norris Lake, off Country Oaks Lane in the Demory community, went under the water and did not resurface.
The call came in at 12:38pm, and the body of the man from Fort Knox, Kentucky, was recovered just before 5pm Sunday.
The La Follette Rescue Squad, TWRA, Campbell County EMS and Sheriff’s Office responded.
The TWRA robot (sonar) located the man’s body, and then the divers recovered him, according to officials. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED-10/05/2025-5PM)
That so sad
He was a new friend of my son at UK. His friends were inconsolable. They said he was a great guy and really good friend. Rest in peace sweet boy. You were loved.
Praying for the family of this young man taken too soon.
So young!
This is so sad. I remember the day you were born and its been a pleasure watching you grow. God mommy will never forget you baby.
I am going to miss you babes. Auntie loves you
I am going to miss you so much. God mommy loves you
Such a sweet kid and respectful❤️Gave me a hug every time he came in the shop.
Such a sweet kid and respectful❤️Gave me a hug every time he came in the shop. Will miss him. Prayers for the family.
Such an incredible young man. As he walked the hallways at school, NEVER mistreated anyone. Was a friend to all. Always smiling and kind words for anyone struggling-students and staff alike.
Clarence-you will be missed and your memory will live on.
Rest easy lil cousin. God be with all of the family and those that love you.