A 67-year-old man was miraculously rescued from the Kochi backwaters by the coastal police on Monday morning. The individual, identified as Cyril from Puthanpally, Palluruthy, was found floating in the water near the Fort Kochi Customs Boat Jetty. Passers-by initially spotted him and believed it to be a dead body, prompting them to alert the coastal police.
Rescue Operation Details
Upon receiving the report, a team from the Fort Kochi coastal police station, including SI Singh C R, SI Usman, boat srank Sujesh, assistant boat commander Vijayan, boat driver Kargil, coastal warden Sreejith, and lascar Rajesh, launched a search in the backwaters. They located Cyril, discovered he was alive, and brought him ashore. The team provided first aid before rushing him to a nearby hospital for further medical care. Police confirmed that his condition is stable and that his relatives have been informed.
Sequence of Events
- Passers-by spotted a floating object and assumed it was a dead body.
- Coastal police were alerted and dispatched a rescue team.
- The team conducted a thorough search and found Cyril alive.
- First aid was administered on-site, and he was transported to the hospital.
- Relatives were contacted and updated on his condition.
The swift action by the coastal police ensured that Cyril received timely medical attention. Authorities have not disclosed further details about how he ended up in the water, but investigations are ongoing. The incident highlights the vigilance and efficiency of the coastal police in responding to emergencies along the backwaters.
