Lake Gardner Beach will remain closed for a few days while police investigate By Abby Vervaeke • Updated 3 hours ago Getty Images A minor was recovered from the water at Lake Gardner Beach in Amesbury, Massachusetts on Sunday. Amesbury Police and Fire responded to a 911 call reporting that someone was drowning at approximately 3:51 p.m., according to police. Download our mobile app for iOS or Android to get alerts for local breaking news and weather. The victim did not have a pulse when they were pulled from the water, according to police. Paramedics performed CPR before the victim was transferred to to Anna Jacques Hospital in Newburyport.