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Authorities searching Percy Priest Lake after reported drowning
Authorities searching Percy Priest Lake after reported drowning
Authorities searching Percy Priest Lake after reported drowning

Published on: 06/07/2025

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) -- A search effort is underway at Percy Priest Lake after several minors notified Nashville law enforcement about a potential drowning Saturday evening.

According to the Metro Nashville Police Department, officers were flagged down on Saturday, June 7 by three juveniles at the Anderson Rec Area who said they saw someone who appeared to be drowning. The group reported seeing hands come out of the water before they no longer resurfaced.

Authorities said the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has three boats searching the water. A police helicopter has also been called in to help.

The MNPD told News 2 that nobody has been reported missing at the location and there are no other witnesses besides the minors.

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