Fatal bathing accident in Gimbsheim: 19-year-old drowns in the parish Wiesensee
Fatal bathing accident in Gimbsheim: 19-year-old drowns in the parish Wiesensee
Curse in the municipality
The tragedy around the 19-year-old man from Mainz has triggered great concern in the small community of Gimbsheim and beyond. The young athlete was found dead on Monday after a bathing accident in the Pfarrwiesensee. The local sports club TuS Marienborn, in which it was active, has canceled all games for the coming week. In addition, the association collects donations to support the family of the deceased financially in this difficult time.
accident course
The tragic incident occurred when the 19-year-old tried to get a abused air mattress from the parish wife lake back. So far he had played football with friends before suddenly disappearing into the water. His friends alerted the rescue workers when they could no longer see him. The police reported that he was discovered lifeless in the water and despite the attempts to revive, which were taken by witnesses and rescue workers, died in the hospital.
determination results
The public prosecutor's office Mainz has initiated a death investigation. First results of the autopsy confirm that the 19-year-old has drowned. There is no evidence of violence, and the circumstances indicate that the strong sun and sporting activities may lead to misfortune before swimming.
Safety precautions on the swimming lake
The Pfarrwiesensee is a popular destination for bathers, especially on hot summer days, and bathing there is at your own risk, since no surveillance by the German life rescue company (DLRG) is guaranteed. Mayor Matthias Klös emphasized that the water is calm and there are no currents regarding security. Nevertheless, the tragic incident calls for a re -assessment of the security measures in the region.
Second Deadly Bathing Accident in Rhineland-Palatinate
The bathing accident in Gimbsheim represents the second deadly incident within a few days in Rhineland-Palatinate. Only a few days ago a 40-year-old man in Binsfeldsee near Speyer, after he was reported as missing. This series of tragic incidents throws shadows on the safety of the bathing lakes in the region and requires an intensive discussion about protective measures.
The events around the fatal bathing accident underline the important need for safety precautions to leisure waters. In view of the increasing temperatures and the popularity of such places, the municipalities should think more about how they can guarantee security for bathers.
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