Tragic ocean incident claims life of Philly teen in Wildwood
Summary
Drowning Wildwood New Jersey in Wildwood, New Jersey: The body of 14‐year‐old Davoris "Peter" Carter was found in the ocean near Schellenger Avenue during a class trip to Wildwood. He had disappeared while swimming and was later recovered off the beach of the U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Cape May. Three other students were rescued by a Wildwood police officer. The incident resulted in one fatality and highlighted concerns about supervision and safety on the Jersey Shore.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Unnamed swimmer | Unknown | Fatal |
| David Maldonado-Ocelotl | Unknown | Fatal |
Original reporting
Tragic ocean incident claims life of Philly teen in Wildwood