Unidentified Body Recovered from Williams Pond in Seaford

Seaford, DE - On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at approximately 11:16 a.m., kayakers discovered an unidentified deceased individual in the water at Williams Pond. The Seaford Police Department is currently investigating the recovery of the body.

Seaford Police, Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) officers, Station 87 EMS, and the local fire department responded to the scene and confirmed the presence of the deceased individual. The body was subsequently turned over to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science for a formal examination to determine the exact cause and manner of death.

Due to the incident's proximity to Frederick Douglass Elementary School, specific measures were taken by responding officials to ensure the scene remained obscured from the view of children. Authorities have stated that there is no known threat to the public at this time. However, this remains an active and ongoing investigation.

The individual has not yet been identified. Further details are being withheld pending the notification of next of kin and the progression of the investigation.

Anyone with information regarding this case or any other criminal activity is asked to contact the Seaford Police Department by telephone at (302) 629-6645 or through their official Facebook page.

Information can also be submitted anonymously to Delaware Crimestoppers by calling (800) 847-3333 or by texting "KEYWORD plus your message" to 274637. Tips submitted to Crimestoppers that lead to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward.