# Teen Drowns in Merrimack River | Concord News

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Podcast: [Concord News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/concord-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7600694)
Published: 2026-07-16T14:56:12+00:00
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A tragic drowning claimed the life of 19-year-old Robert Batchelder in the Merrimack River yesterday afternoon. Swimming with a coworker near the Hannah Dustin monument, he went under before bystanders could help. Emergency crews, including multiple agencies from New Hampshire and Merrimack County, rushed to the scene and performed CPR, but he was pronounced dead at the hospital. Authorities are investigating but believe foul play is unlikely. The incident underscores the river’s hidden dangers, including sudden drop-offs near shore — a reminder to always be cautious. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/533dbe3f066674ab

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