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43-year-old man drowns after watercraft overturns at Lake Pleasant

Lake Pleasant
Posted 11:17 PM, Apr 20, 2025
and last updated 6:01 PM, Apr 21, 2025

LAKE PLEASANT, AZ — A 43-year-old man has died after a "personal watercraft" overturned at Lake Pleasant Sunday afternoon.

Maricopa County Sheriff's Office says two watercraft occupants were involved. According to officials, a passing boat noticed the occupants struggling and attempted to assist.

The man was pulled from the water, and CPR was initiated. Deputies later took over compressions, but the man was later pronounced dead.

He has since been identified as Tejan Sesay.

Officials say the other passenger did not sustain any injuries.

No other information was released. The investigation remains ongoing.