Coast Guard, Police Resume Search For Missing Teen Diver In New Jersey

AVON, N.J. (AP) — The Coast Guard and other agencies continue to search for a 17-year-old diver who went missing in the Shark River Inlet in Monmouth County.

The free diver, who doesn't use scuba gear, was reported missing around 5 p.m. Saturday. His name has not been released, but officials say he is from Westfield.

Coast Guard boat and helicopter rescue crews were dispatched to the scene and searched throughout most of the night. Members of the Avon and Belmar police departments are also involved in the search, which resumed Sunday morning.

The Shark River Inlet has been closed to maritime vessel traffic while search and rescue divers are on scene.

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