MILTON, Mass. — Family members, friends, and the Quincy community are mourning the tragic passing of 18-year-old Kayron Costa, who died after being pulled from Houghton’s Pond in Milton on Saturday evening, according to the Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office.
Officials said emergency responders were called to Houghton’s Pond shortly after 7 p.m. following reports that a swimmer had entered the water and failed to resurface. The incident triggered a large-scale search effort involving Massachusetts State Police divers, detectives, troopers, and the Milton Fire Department.
Authorities confirmed that Costa was eventually recovered from the water and transported to a Boston-area hospital for emergency treatment. Despite life-saving efforts, he was later pronounced deceased. Officials have not released details regarding how long he may have been submerged before being located.
Kayron Costa, a resident of Quincy, is being remembered with deep sorrow by those who knew him. News of his passing has left family, friends, and community members heartbroken as they come to terms with the sudden loss of a young life full of promise.
Loved ones describe the loss as devastating, with tributes beginning to emerge in remembrance of his life, character, and the impact he had on those around him. Many are sharing condolences and support for his family during this difficult time.
Authorities have stated that the circumstances surrounding the incident remain under active investigation. The Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office and Massachusetts State Police are working to determine the events that led up to the tragedy.
Officials have not indicated any signs of foul play at this time, and further details will be released as the investigation continues.
As the community grieves, Kayron Costa is being remembered as a young man whose life ended far too soon, leaving behind grieving family members, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to know him.
He will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever held in the hearts of those who loved him.