Overview
- Two minors entered the water near Villas del Mar the afternoon of Tuesday, Sept. 22 and lifeguards rescued one while the other was reported missing.
- Search teams carried out nightlong maritime patrols and used drones to widen coverage before a body was sighted at Playa El Vigía about 6:40 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 23.
- Local outlets reported the deceased as a roughly 15-year-old named Ángel and the Dirección de Bomberos de Tijuana confirmed recovery of a minor while coordinating required follow-up procedures.
- The operation involved Salvavidas lifeguards, the fire department and Policía Municipal working together to search the sea and shoreline.
- The municipal security authority urged guardians to supervise children and follow lifeguard instructions, and officials said the case will be handled under protocol with possible reviews of beach safety measures.