Pradip Kumar Bhujel | Man drowns during fishing trip at Jordan Lake, sheriff's office says

CHATHAM COUNTY, NC (WTVD) — A body was found Saturday evening in Jordan Lake. This is the second drowning in about three weeks.

Before midnight, emergency services were called to the Jordan Lake Wildlife Area for a possible drowning.

According to investigators, Pradip Kumar Bhujel, 25, of Charlotte, was fishing with his friends. Eyewitnesses said he entered the water and disappeared from sight.

The Chatham County Sheriff's Office, Chatham County Emergency Management, North Chatham Volunteer Fire Department, FirstHealth EMS and the Medical Examiner's Office responded to the call.

Search efforts focused on the area where Bhujel was last seen. His body was found and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

“We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Pradip Kumar Bhujel,” Sheriff Mike Roberson said. “Our team is thoroughly investigating the incident to understand the circumstances that led to this tragic event.”

No further information was provided on the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Last month, Bryan Guzman, 16, of Winston-Salem, drowned at a birthday party at Jordan Lake.

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The Chatham County Sheriff's Office urges anyone visiting Jordan Lake or any other body of water to follow safety guidelines:

• Wear a life jacket
• Swim only in designated areas
• Monitor children closely
• Be aware of water conditions and your surroundings