Tragic Drowning Incident During Film Shoot in Andhra Pradesh
3 drown in Pennar river in AP during film shoot: Police
Hindustan Times
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Three young men drowned in the Pennar river in Pushpagiri village, Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh, during a short film shoot. Despite warnings about dangerous conditions, the group ventured into deep waters, leading to the tragic incident. Police have registered a case of accidental death.
- 01Three men drowned while filming in the Pennar river.
- 02The victims were aged between 20 and 25 years.
- 03The group was warned about the river's dangerous conditions.
- 04Search operations were conducted with expert swimmers.
- 05The incident highlights the risks of swimming in unsafe waters.
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On Sunday evening, three young men tragically drowned in the Pennar river while shooting a short film in Pushpagiri village, Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. The victims, identified as Haribabu (25), Harshavardhan (22), and Krishna Chaitanya (20), were part of a group of eight youth engaged in filmmaking. They entered the river despite warnings about its dangerous conditions, including strong undercurrents and whirlpools. Police reported that while Haribabu and Harshavardhan's bodies were recovered late Sunday, Krishna's body was found the following morning. The local police have registered a case of accidental death and sent the bodies for post-mortem examination. The incident underscores the importance of adhering to safety warnings in hazardous environments.
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This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the dangers associated with swimming in unsafe waters, particularly for youth engaging in recreational activities.
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