A young man lost his life on the afternoon of Sunday, April 5th, due to a drowning incident that took place at Oued Nfis in the Sahel district, located on the outskirts of Marrakech. This unfortunate event prompted an urgent response from various local authorities and emergency services.
According to corroborating reports, the victim, approximately 21 years of age, was present at the scene with several companions when he suddenly disappeared beneath the waters of the river. Circumstances suggest that his disappearance was likely linked to an attempt to swim, coinciding with the soaring temperatures recorded on that day.
Upon receiving notification of the incident, local authorities and members of the royal gendarmerie promptly arrived at the location, accompanied by civil protection personnel. They initiated extensive search and rescue operations that covered the river's course and its surrounding areas, involving a specialized diving team.
These concerted efforts yielded results after several hours of continuous intervention, as the victim's body was retrieved around 6 PM. Subsequently, it was transported to the morgue in Marrakech for the necessary legal procedures to be carried out.
In a related development, the relevant authorities have commenced an investigation under the supervision of the public prosecutor's office to ascertain the circumstances and details surrounding this tragic incident.
As reported by a5r5br.net.
