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Three Medical Students Drown at Payyambalam Beach in Kannur

Police say strong waves swept the trio away after a group of eight entered the sea around 11 a.m.

Overview

  • The victims were identified as Afnan, Rahanuddeen, and Afras, natives of Karnataka studying in Bengaluru.
  • They were pulled from the water and taken to a hospital, where they were declared dead, according to police.
  • The group had gone to swim at a stretch known for undercurrents, local residents told The Hindu.
  • Lifeguards and local fishermen assisted in recovering the bodies, The Hindu reported.
  • Initial details came via a PTI police brief and were republished by News18 and Deccan Chronicle.