Body of swimmer who vanished on Wildwood class trip recovered

WILDWOOD, N.J. (WPVI) -- The body of a missing 14-year-old swimmer who was swept into the ocean during a class trip to Wildwood has been recovered, police announced on Wednesday night.

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The teen has been identified by family as Davoris Carter, who disappeared on June 1 while on a trip with the Delta School, a private school in Philadelphia for students with special needs.

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According to Wildwood police, Carter's body was found along a beach in Cape May on Tuesday. Officials said the identity was confirmed through forensic analysis.

"Our sincere condolences are with the juvenile victim's friends and family during this very difficult time. We also want to thank all the first responders who assisted with not only the initial rescue operations, but that of the recovery efforts," police said in a statement Wednesday night.

Family members said Carter was in the water with other students when the incident occurred. They added that chaperones were present and monitoring the group as they entered the ocean.

Officials noted that no lifeguards were on duty at the time, which is typical for weekday beach hours in early June.

Three other students also needed help in the water and were rescued, authorities said. A Wildwood police officer was among the first to respond and assisted in bringing them to safety.