In a tragic incident at Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, a Brazilian man, identified as Hamaya Reginaldo, aged 41, lost his life while trying to rescue a primary school student who was drowning in Lake Hamana at Bentenjima Seaside Park. The incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. on the 8th of June, prompting a call to emergency services.
According to the Hamamatsu Nishi Police Station, Reginaldo, a resident of Goto, Mikazaki City, was submerged in the lake and later pronounced dead at the hospital where he was transported. The young student, whose identity has not been disclosed, was successfully rescued and reported to be safe.
The heroic act of Reginaldo in attempting to save the child from the water’s perilous grip ended in tragedy, leaving the community in mourning. The incident serves as a reminder of the risks associated with water-related activities and the importance of water safety measures.
Authorities are conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident to determine the sequence of events leading to the tragic outcome. The loss of a life in such a selfless act of bravery has deeply impacted the local community and serves as a poignant reminder of the dangers posed by water bodies, even in seemingly calm settings.