Overview

• The man disappeared on August 25 near Dorio after jumping from a rented boat to help his two children, who were brought to safety.
• Fire brigade, coast guard, water-rescue boats, divers and a helicopter have kept the search running with expanded operations.
• A fire department spokesperson said a remotely operated vehicle from Sardinia is expected to assist searches of the lake’s deep sections on Wednesday.
• Authorities have opened preliminary investigations and are interviewing witnesses, while they have not confirmed the man’s identity.
• La Repubblica identified the missing person as a 55-year-old from Bühl with Italian roots, and reporting notes Lake Como’s depth and strong currents complicate recovery efforts.