Lake Ann Park in Chanhassen turned into an active search scene late Saturday after witnesses reported that a man went into the water and never came back up, prompting a full response from Carver County deputies and dive teams.
The city closed the lakeside park and told the public to steer clear while emergency crews combed the water. Officials kept details limited as the operation stretched into the night.
City Confirms Sheriff-Led Water Search
According to a post on the City of Chanhassen Facebook page, the Carver County Sheriff's Office is leading a water search at Lake Ann Park after reports that a male went under the water and did not resurface. The city said the park will remain closed while the operation continues and urged the public to stay away from the area so crews can work without interference.
How To Contact Investigators
Per the Carver County Sheriff's Office website, anyone with information about the incident is asked to call the sheriff's non-emergency line at (952) 361-1231. In an emergency, people should dial 911. County contact channels are being used as the main route for tips while the on-scene search continues.
Lake Ann Park Background And Safety
Lake Ann Park is a 102-acre community park at 1456 West 78th Street in Chanhassen. It features a popular swimming beach that is unguarded; the city's Lake Ann Park page notes that the lifeguard program at the beach was terminated in 2024. The park also offers watercraft rentals, a fishing pier and picnic areas, which together help make it a busy destination during holiday weekends.
This story will be updated as officials release more information. For now, authorities are asking visitors and motorists to avoid the Lake Ann Park area while search operations remain underway.
