Patrick Moore, a retired Westchester County assistant DA, died during Swim Across America event in Larchmont
NEW YORK -- There is new information on the man who died during the Swim Across America events in Westchester County on Saturday.
Sources told CBS New York on Sunday that the victim was retired assistant district attorney Patrick Moore.
Larchmont police say the 62-year-old was in distress in the water. He was rescued and taken to the hospital, where he died.
The event, which raises money to fight cancer, was held at the Larchmont Yacht Club.
On Monday, the Westchester County District Attorney's Office sent the following statement to CBS New York:
The Westchester County District Attorney's Office mourns the sudden passing of former Assistant District Attorney Patrick Moore, a beloved colleague, mentor and friend. Pat recently retired from a remarkable 35-year career at the Westchester DA's Office, where he was a devoted and distinguished public servant. For those of us who had the privilege to have worked with Pat, we will always remember his dedication to justice, sharp wit, and generosity of spirit. Even in retirement Pat was doing what he loved most—helping others. Our deepest sympathies are with Pat's family during this most difficult time.
