A 49-year-old man drowned in a private pond on his property in Wola Starogrodzka on Thursday after entering the water while allegedly under the influence of alcohol.
Fatal Incident in Garwolin County
A tragic event occurred in Wola Starogrodzka, located in the Garwolin district. A 49-year-old man entered a pond on his property and failed to return to the shore. Following a two-hour rescue operation, firefighters recovered his body from the water.
Rescue and Recovery Operations
Emergency services received the report around 3:00 PM. Several fire brigades, including a specialized water-diving rescue unit from JRG 1 Warsaw, were dispatched to the scene. The pond, measuring 25 by 25 meters with a depth of 3 meters, was searched until the victim was located.
Investigation and Safety Warnings
Police are conducting further investigations under the supervision of a prosecutor to determine the exact circumstances of the death. Authorities have issued a renewed appeal for caution, emphasizing that even domestic ponds pose significant risks to those who have consumed alcohol.
National Drowning Statistics
The Government Security Centre (RCB) reports that since April 1, 38 people have drowned in Poland.