Kundapur: Young Fisherman Drowns in Koteshwar Pond
Silvester D'Souza
Daijiworld Media Network - Kundapur
Kundapur, Jan 7: In a tragic incident, a 27-year-old drowned while swimming at Koteshwar here on Monday January 7.
The deceased has been identified as Keshav Mogaveera, son of Chandy Mogaveera of Malpe. He was a fisherman by profession.
At around 3.30 pm on Monday, Keshav along with his friend Narayan had gone swimming at Koti Teertha pond in Koteshwar.
It is said that Keshav lost balance while swimming and was caught in the waters. His friend Narayan called for help and soon people rushed to the spot.
The Kundapur fire personnel were also called, and with the help of expert swimmers the body was recovered.
A case has been registered in the Kundapur police station.