Fisherman drowns in S. Jersey

By 6abc
DOWNE TWP., N.J. - November 2, 2008 A man drowned in Downe Township, Cumberland County last night.

New Jersey State Police say the man was fishing from the edge of Maple Creek when he fell into the water and drowned.

He has been identified as 65-year-old John Crawford Sr. of Millville.

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