70-year-Old Man Unaccounted For Beneath Ice, Presumed Deceased In Twin Lakes

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A 70-year-old man remains unaccounted for beneath the ice after a UTV broke through the water just after 3:26 p.m. today. The incident occurred when a the UTV, carrying three individuals, went through open water on Lake Elizabeth in the Village of Twin Lakes. According to the two other men on the UTV at the time, the operator did not realize the water was open in that area and believed it to be water pooled on top of the ice.

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Two other individuals who were also on the ATV were able to make it out safely. They were evaluated by Twin Lakes Rescue and declined transport. The man, unfortunately, is presumed deceased. Multiple agencies, including the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), assisted in this search.

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“The DNR has advised that the ice on lakes in our area is not safe, and it is not recommended for people to be on the ice at this time,” said Twin Lakes Police Chief Katie Hall. “We appreciate the cooperation and assistance of all agencies involved in the recovery efforts. Further updates will be provided as they become available. Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the missing man during this incredibly difficult time, and we continue to keep them in our thoughts and prayers,” Chief Hall added.

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The Twin Lakes Police and Fire Departments have paused recovery efforts this for the evening and will resume operations at 7:30 a.m. tomorrow morning.

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Kevin Mathewson

Kevin Mathewson is a disciple of Christ, husband and a father to two wonderful children. Mathewson was born and raised in Lake County, IL and worked as a police & fire dispatcher from 2005 to 2010 in Round Lake Beach, IL. Mathewson moved to Kenosha County in 2006, later being elected to the position of Alderman of the 8th District in 2012 and 2016. Mathewson is a private investigator, security contractor, journalist, and photographer. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, camping and boating. His favorite amendment is the second, followed closely by the first. He loves his country and community.

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Anonymous says:

January 30, 2025 at 10:11 PM

It was about 50 degrees out today. He must have had a death wish.

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1. Winter says:
  
  January 31, 2025 at 2:41 AM
  
  Honestly…not a nice comment
  
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Three Guys …. says:

January 30, 2025 at 10:52 PM

… on one machine ?
Open water or not !
That’s close to a thousand pounds !
What are people thinking ?

Oh yeah ! They’re not

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