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State Police Investigating Drowning in Oneida County

Vienna, NY – August 26, 2025 – New York State Police are investigating an apparent drowning after the body of a Rome man was discovered in Fish Creek near the Treasure Isle RV Park.

On August 25, 2025, Troopers responded to a report of a possible body in the water off Haskins Road in the town of Vienna. Upon arrival, they recovered the body of James E. Baker, 44, of Rome, NY. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.

According to State Police, a preliminary investigation indicates the death was the result of an accidental drowning. The case remains under investigation pending autopsy results from the Oneida County Medical Examiner’s Office.

State Police were assisted at the scene by the Vienna Fire Department, AmCare Ambulance, and the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit.


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