^

Nation

2 drown in Pangasinan

Cesar Ramirez - The Philippine Star

LINGAYEN, Pangasinan, Philippines — Two persons drowned in Bolinao and Agno towns in this province on Sunday afternoon.

Separate reports from the Ilocos region police identified the victims as Salin Butag, 71, of La Trinidad, Benguet, and Raymond de Vera, 22, of Manaoag, Pangasinan.

Investigation showed that Butag and her two grandsons were swimming in a shallow portion of a beach in Barangay Patar, Bolinao when she was swept away by the current.

Meanwhile, De Vera drowned as he and his friends were swimming on a beach in Agno.

De Vera’s friends rushed him to the Dasol Community Hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival, police said.

BOLINAO

Philstar
  • Latest
  • Trending
Latest
Are you sure you want to log out?
X
Login

Philstar.com is one of the most vibrant, opinionated, discerning communities of readers on cyberspace. With your meaningful insights, help shape the stories that can shape the country. Sign up now!

Get Updated:

Signup for the News Round now

FORGOT PASSWORD?
SIGN IN
or sign in with