34-year-old intoxicated male dies after drowning in Sayam Falls

• A 34-year-old male died after drowning in the Sayam Falls
• The tragic drowning incident happened in Vallehermoso, Negros Occidental
• According to the investigations, the victim was swimming in the said falls together with his friends
• However, his friends noticed that he's been missing; they eventually found the victim

A 34-year-old male lost his life after drowning in Sayam Falls.

The tragic incident took place in Vallehermoso, Negros Occidental.

Based on the investigation, the victim was swimming in the falls along with his friends.

However, his friends later noticed that he was missing, and after some time, they eventually found him.

They tried to revive the victim, but he was declared dead on arrival at the hospital.

According to the police authorities, as reported by GMA 7's 'Balitanghali' courtesy of GMA Regional TV, the victim was under the influence of alcohol when he went swimming.

In the same report, the rescuers were not able to go to the scene, because the road was slippery and muddy.

In the Philippines, if a person who is under the influence of alcohol swims in a falls and dies from drowning, the incident is usually treated as an accidental death.

Authorities will conduct an investigation to confirm the cause of death, often through witness accounts and, if necessary, an autopsy.

If there is no foul play involved and the drowning was due to the victim’s own actions while intoxicated, no criminal charges are typically filed.

However, if there were companions who encouraged or failed to help the intoxicated person despite knowing the risks, they could be questioned further.

The family of the victim may also be advised about safety awareness, especially regarding swimming under the influence of alcohol, which is considered a major risk factor for drowning.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh