Lindener, 23, drowns in creek

Stephen Wayne Major

A twenty-three-year-old Lindener drowned yesterday afternoon during an outing with friends at Buck Town Creek, Christianburg, Wismar, Linden.

The deceased was identified as Stephen Wayne Major of Self Help Scheme, Amelia’s Ward, Linden.

According to a police report, Major at about 1 pm visited the creek in the company of friends to enjoy a hangout and swim. Upon arrival, police said the group of friends began consuming alcohol after which they went into the water.