LAGUNA BEACH, Calif. – June 11, 2026, 1:30 p.m. - During an early-morning aerial survey of the coastline on June 11, 2026, the Laguna Beach Police Department identified a possible match to the adolescent female who was swept into the ocean near Treasure Island Beach on June 9, 2026.

The sighting occurred 250 to 300 yards offshore of Christmas Cove, which is located approximately one-quarter mile north of the area where the victim was initially swept into the ocean.

Laguna Beach Marine Safety personnel responded to the location and recovered the decedent with assistance from the Orange County Sheriff's Department Harbor Patrol.

The Orange County Sheriff's Department Coroner Division has positively identified the decedent as the missing adolescent swimmer reported on June 9, 2026. The victim's family has been notified.

Additional information regarding the identity of the decedent and the cause and manner of death will be handled by the Orange County Sheriff's Department Coroner Division.

Media inquiries should be directed to Chief Kai Bond (949) 464-6663 or kbond@lagunabeachcity.net. 

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