Overview

• A 20-year-old man from Vigo died Tuesday after jumping from the medieval Comboa bridge into the Verdugo River and failing to resurface while his girlfriend escaped unharmed.
• The body was recovered after midnight by Guardia Civil GEAS divers using a submarine drone and thermal camera near the jump site.
• Ongoing in the coming days, the Concello de Soutomaior will install explicit no-jump signs on the historic Comboa bridge to discourage dangerous dives.
• Officials warn that bridge-jumping has become a common pastime for young people in the area despite its serious risks.
• Authorities say existing prohibition signs at other crossings are often ignored and only strengthened awareness and education will prevent future tragedies.