Tragic Canoe Accident in Charlestown | Providence News

Providence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 6, 2026 · 1m

A tragic drowning death rocked Charlestown, Rhode Island, over the Fourth of July weekend when 25-year-old Jordan Monroe lost his life after his canoe overturned in School House Pond — a sacred spot on the Narragansett Reservation. Though the pond is typically used by tribal members for fishing and boating, it’s not easily accessible to the public. Monroe, described by family as compassionate and deeply connected to his heritage, was found unresponsive after police arrived around 1:30 PM. Neither he nor his 26-year-old companion were wearing lifejackets — a sobering reminder of the importance…