The family of Karl Besas, whose body was recovered from Lake Gaston Wednesday, released the following statement today: “It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of our beautiful, beloved son Karl. We would like to thank each and every agency, volunteer and individual for their tireless efforts during the search. We can’t express enough our thanks for the overwhelming love and support we have received during this tragic time.

The body of a Raleigh man missing since Saturday was recovered from Lake Gaston around 1:30 p.m. today.

Emergency management personnel continued their search today for a missing 24-year-old man from Raleigh who is presumed drowned in Lake Gaston.

While authorities presume a Raleigh man has drowned in Lake Gaston, they still consider the operation to find him a search effort for a missing person.

Emergency management personnel continued their search today on Lake Gaston for a missing 24-year-old Raleigh man.

Dive teams from different agencies continue their water search today for a 24-year-old Raleigh man reported missing by friends after a late night swim in Lake Gaston.