Bogor Teen‘s Body Found After Fatal Swimming Incident
The search for a 13-year-old boy who fell into the Ciliwung River in Sukasari, Bogor Timur, Bogor City, came to an end on Saturday, December 28, 2024. The teenager was found deceased under the Balai Binearum City Bridge.
Bogor City Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD) Head Hidayatullah confirmed the discovery at around 3:30 PM WIB. "The body was found by the search and rescue team and local residents," he said.
Previously, the teenager, identified as Faisal (13), had gone missing after being swept away by the strong Ciliwung River current while attempting to swim across on Wednesday, December 26, 2024, around 12:30 PM WIB. Despite the efforts of his friends to rescue him, Faisal was unable to stay afloat due to the river’s swift current.
The tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of swimming in fast-moving bodies of water. The family and friends of the young victim are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
(rdh/mea)
