Three individuals, including a 10-year-old boy, tragically lost their lives in separate drowning incidents in Haveri district on Saturday. The incidents occurred in different locations across the district, highlighting the dangers of water bodies during the monsoon season.
First Incident in Byadagi
In the first incident, a 10-year-old boy named Manjunath, a resident of Byadagi town, drowned while bathing in a pond near his house. According to police, the boy had gone to the pond with his friends when he slipped into deep water and could not be rescued in time. His body was later recovered by local divers.
Second Incident in Hirekerur
In another tragic event, a 22-year-old man named Ramesh, from Hirekerur taluk, drowned in a canal while trying to cross it. The deceased was reportedly crossing the canal when he lost his footing and was swept away by the strong current. His body was found downstream after a search operation by the fire brigade.
Third Incident in Ranebennur
The third incident occurred in Ranebennur taluk, where a 45-year-old woman named Lakshmidevi drowned in a well. Preliminary investigations suggest that she accidentally fell into the well while fetching water. Her body was recovered by the fire department and sent for postmortem.
Police Investigation
Police have registered cases of unnatural death in all three incidents and are investigating further. Authorities have urged residents to exercise caution near water bodies, especially during the rainy season when water levels rise and currents become stronger. Local officials have also been asked to ensure that dangerous spots are properly fenced or marked with warning signs to prevent such tragedies in the future.
