In the early 1970s, however, the Harbor Unit formed a specialized scuba team that today numbers around 30 officers.
Officers from the Police Department's Harbor Unit were called to the scene to investigate.
Last year the Harbor Unit pulled 132 bodies from the water and rescued 275 people.
The Harbor Unit has recovered 11 bodies so far this year, compared with 38 in 1994.
When a boating accident occurs or someone goes missing near the water, the Harbor Unit is notified.
The Harbor Unit shares rescue responsibilities with the Fire Department.
He said the Harbor Unit was sent to the scene and pulled the bodies from the bay.
The Harbor Unit is no place for fair-weather sailors.
His father, a brother and his fiancee are also members of the Harbor Unit.
A 911 supervisor failed to notify the department's Harbor Unit of the call, as required under a new procedure.