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New Details Emerge in Death of Rochester High School Student

By Mike Wennmacher Feb 16, 2026 | 1:42 PM

New details are emerging about the death of Rochester High School student Jack Zucco over the weekend.

According to a report from the Jo Daviess County Sheriff, where Zucco passed, “on February 13, 2026, at approximately 9:08 p.m., Jo Daviess County Dispatch received a 911 call regarding a possible drowning at Chestnut Mountain Resort. Upon arrival, it was determined a juvenile had been swimming in a pool when it appeared the juvenile lost consciousness.”

The report added that Zucco was removed from the pool by another juvenile prior to emergency personnel arriving.

EMS began life-saving measures until an air ambulance could arrive, but Zucco was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Jo Daviess Sheriff’s Office said the incident remains under investigation.