Five individuals died in the Scioto River in Ohio after attempting to rescue a struggling swimmer, according to authorities. The incident occurred when a motorist called 911 after seeing a child associated with the group running along a nearby road. Delaware County Sheriff Jeffrey Balzer provided details during a news conference on Monday. Two women were pronounced dead at a hospital, and the bodies of three men were later recovered.
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Five fatalities reported in Ohio river rescue attempt
Five people have died in the Scioto River in Ohio while attempting to rescue a swimmer in distress. Authorities reported that a motorist alerted them after noticing a child running on a nearby road, leading to the discovery of the deceased individuals.
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