A tragic incident occurred in Peschiera del Garda on Thursday, August 21, where the body of a 40-year-old man was recovered after drowning in the lake. The victim, an Indian citizen on vacation with a friend, fell from the pedal boat they were on and was unable to resurface. The friend immediately reported the disappearance to the authorities, triggering search operations that led to the recovery of the body shortly before 10:00 AM.
The man’s body was spotted floating in the waters of the lake and was subsequently retrieved by the Fire Brigade and the Coast Guard. Preliminary investigations revealed no signs of violence or struggle, while the inquiry is now under the jurisdiction of the Carabinieri to clarify the exact circumstances of the incident. This event adds to the reports of drowning tragedies in the lake, highlighting the need for water safety during the summer season.
