The man was pronounced dead at 6:03 p.m. on May 23 in the 8500 block of Allemaengel Road in Lynn Township, according to the Lehigh County Coroner\u2019s Office & Forensic Center.<\/p>\n
The victim was found submerged in a pond on the property and was recovered before being pronounced dead at the scene, police said.\u00a0The man was positively identified and his family was notified, but officials said his identity is not being released at this time to allow loved ones to grieve privately.<\/p>\n
An autopsy is scheduled for Tuesday, May 26, at the Lehigh County Coroner\u2019s Office & Forensic Center to help determine the cause and manner of death, authorities said.\u00a0Pennsylvania State Police from the Fogelsville station are assisting in the investigation.<\/p>\n
\u201cOn behalf of the Lehigh County Coroner\u2019s Office & Forensic Center, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the decedent\u2019s family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time,\u201d the coroner\u2019s office said.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this tragic loss.\u201d\u00a0\u201cI would also like to thank the many emergency responders who assisted with the search and recovery efforts.\u00a0Their professionalism, teamwork, and dedication are greatly appreciated and helped bring this difficult incident to a respectful conclusion.\u201d<\/p>\n