The New Bedford, Massachusetts, community is mourning the loss of Joel Barboza, 43, who was found deceased on Sunday morning near the entrance to Fort Taber Park.
According to authorities, Barboza was discovered in the water after a passerby reported seeing a body. Emergency responders arrived at the scene and recovered him from the water, but he was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. Officials confirmed that there were no visible signs of trauma, and his death is not currently considered suspicious.
Barboza was a resident of New Bedford, Massachusetts, and his passing has left family, friends, and community members grieving an unexpected loss. Those who knew him are remembering him as a familiar presence in the community, and his death has brought a sense of sorrow to the area.
The Bristol County District Attorney’s Office stated that the official cause and manner of death remain under investigation and will be determined by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
As loved ones await further answers, the New Bedford, Massachusetts, community extends its heartfelt condolences to Joel Barboza’s family and friends during this difficult and emotional time.
