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Two dead after vehicle ends up in Lake Manawa

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Two students from Abraham Lincoln High School in Council Bluffs died Friday morning after a crash lead to a vehicle going into Lake Manawa near Pelican Drive and Villa Road. 

Council Bluffs Police say 18-year-old Efren Lemus and 17-year-old Christian Renteria-Perez were trapped inside a vehicle that was recovered from the lake. 

Police said the call came in around 6:15 a.m. and the dive from Omaha Fire helped with the recovery mission. 

A spokesperson for Council Bluffs Community Schools District said the accident was "shocking and heartbreaking for their families, friends and our entire school community. Counselors are providing support to our students in need during this sad time. We will keep their families in our hearts and prayers."

Counselors will also be made available over the weekend at the school for those who need them.

The accident is still under investigation. According to Council Bluffs Police, speed may have been a factor and there were no other vehicles involved. Foul play is not expected.