49-Year-Old Fisherman Swept Away by Rapids in the Cagayan River Found Dead After a Day

49-Year-Old Fisherman Swept Away by Rapids in the Cagayan River Found Dead After a Day

📌 On Wednesday, November 11, the Coast Guard recovered the body of a 49-year-old fisherman, who went missing the day before, floating in the Cagayan River in Barangay Sapping, Camalaniugan, Cagayan province, Northern Luzon.

■ What Happened
· According to an Inquirer report, the fisherman was swept away by a strong current on Tuesday the 10th and went missing, and he is believed to have drowned. A companion who was with him swam to safety.
· The Coast Guard District Northeastern Luzon said it found the body after searching for a full day.

■ Investigation and Current Status
· The body has been turned over to the family, and authorities are investigating what happened.

■ Notice for Residents and Travelers
· River currents can be stronger than they look. Wear a life jacket when boating on the river or going into the water.

■ Source
Inquirer (11/11)

■ Photo
· Location map of the Cagayan Valley region — Inquirer