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15-Year-Old Apprentice Drowns While Washing Clothes in River
Ebenezer, an apprentice welder, had reportedly gone to the river to wash his master’s clothes and decided to take a swim
- The drowning occurred around 12:10 PM, with the body recovered by 2:25 PM
- Ebenezer was washing his master’s clothes and decided to swim when the accident happened
- His death has devastated his family and shocked the local community
A 15-year-old apprentice, Ebenezer Koomson, met a tragic end after drowning in the Jomo River near Juaboso Nkwanta in the Western North Region.
The incident occurred yesterday afternoon around 12:10 PM.
Ebenezer, also known as Sofo, had been sent to the river to wash his master’s clothes. It is believed that he took the opportunity to swim, leading to the fatal accident.
Despite desperate efforts to locate him, his body was only recovered at 2:25 PM.
The sudden and untimely demise of the young apprentice has sent shockwaves through the community.
His family and friends are devastated by the loss. The local authorities have been informed of the incident and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
