Young Moroccan dies after falling into Italian river

A 20-year-old Moroccan man died after falling into the Galaso River in Marina di Ginosa, a seaside resort in the municipality of Ginosa, Italy, local media reported on July 16.

The man, identified as Soufiane Elqasemy, had been living in Italy for about a year, working as a laborer in the Ginosa countryside. Investigators say he was with another compatriot when he fell off a lilo. Unable to swim, he drowned. His friend managed to get out of the water and call for help. The incident occurred late at night; the same source added.

Firefighters recovered the body and rescuers attempted to revive the young man. The area is always open and accessible, with no restrictions or time limits for access, the same source added.

The Carabinieri are investigating the incident, which has received the support of the local Moroccan community, promising to handle the procedures for repatriating the deceased.