Counselors providing support following near-drowning

Newberg High School has established a safe room and counseling support for students in the wake of the near-drowning of a 15 year-old freshman last night. First period teachers shared information with students this morning. Staff members have reached out to families of students close to the victim to ensure they have resources and support to help their students at home.

The victim’s family has requested no visitors at the hospital.

Yamhill Co. Sheriff's Office News Release

Teen rescued from the Willamette River at Rogers Landing
Yamhill Co. Sheriff's Office - 06/03/13
At approximately 6:19 pm Newberg-Dundee Dispatch received a 9-1-1 call of a possible drowning at Rogers Landing, Newberg, Oregon.

The Newberg Dive Rescue arrived on scene shortly after and located the body of a 15 year old male. They estimated the time that the victim was under the water was thirty minutes. The Team immediately began CPR and the teen was Lifeflighted to Portland.

Yamhill County Sheriff's Office was assisted by Newberg-Dundee Police Department to collect witness statements. Yamhill County Crime Victims Advocates were also on scene.

The condition of the victim is critical at the time of this release.
 

News Release from: Yamhill Co. Sheriff's Office
UPDATE: TEEN RESCUED FROM THE WILLAMETTE RIVER AT ROGERS LANDING
Posted: June 4th, 2013 8:38 AM

The Yamhill County Sheriff's Office identified the 15 year old male as Ceasar Campuzano of Newberg.  As of this morning, he was in ICU listed in Critical condition. The Newberg School District has been notified of the incident and will have counselors on hand in case students wish to talk to someone.

"The onset of the summer months brings an increase danger to swimmers," stated Sheriff Jack Crabtree.  "Swimming with lifejackets may seem restrictive but they really do save lives. Rivers pose risks that need to be considered even by the best of swimmers.  Our hearts and prayers are with the Campuzano family and friends."