Raft capsize tragedy in Sharavati backwater, three bodies found

Shivamogga
The dead bodies of three people were found in the Sharavati backwaters of Sagar taluk on Wednesday, after their raft fell into the water. Sandeep (35) of Hulidevara, Chetan (30) of Sigandur and Raju (28) of Giniwara died.
Drowning expert Ishwar Malpe found three dead bodies after diving at a depth of about 40 feet on Thursday morning. The bodies will be handed over to the family members after the post-mortem examination will be conducted at the Sagar taluk administration place.
On Wednesday afternoon, five friends had gone for lunch in a raft from Holebadilu. When the five returned after the meal, the raft had fallen. At this time, Vinay and Yashwant have joined the bank, police sources said.