After a week-long disappearance, a Massachusetts woman was discovered alive in a state park, having likely endured being mired in mud for up to three days. 31-year-old Emma Tetewsky vanished on June 26th, prompting a search that yielded no results until hikers reported hearing cries for help in Borderland State Park. While the hikers couldn't pinpoint her location, Easton police and fire departments, guided by the hikers' report, located Tetewsky "conscious and alert."
Easton Police Chief Keith Boone praised the responding officers, highlighting their courageous effort in navigating the challenging terrain to reach Tetewsky. He also acknowledged the collaborative efforts of the fire department, park rangers, and the hikers whose vigilance proved crucial to the rescue. Tetewsky's ordeal began when she became lost in the park's swampy area. Rescuers had to traverse 50 feet of dense brush and swamp to reach her, a location where authorities believe she was trapped for at least three days.
According to police, officers carried Tetewsky back to solid ground, where she received immediate medical attention from Easton firefighters. The challenging terrain necessitated the use of all-terrain vehicles to access the rescue site. Tetewsky was transported to a hospital for treatment of significant, though non-life-threatening, injuries.
Stoughton Police Chief Donna McNamara, whose department serves Tetewsky's hometown, expressed gratitude for the interagency cooperation and public support that ultimately led to a successful outcome. She emphasized the vital role of public tips in locating Tetewsky, highlighting the positive impact of community involvement in the search efforts.
Rescue teams used ATVs to navigate the difficult terrain. (Easton Police Department)
Emma Tetewsky was found after a week-long search. (Stoughton Police Department)
