Mangaluru: In the wake of a tragic incident reported in Shambhavi river at Mattu in Mulki on the outskirts of the city, three youths lost their life by drowning, that happened on 9th July, Sunday.
The deceased have been identified as Akshath of Kuthyaru, Kishor of Someshwara and Mahesh from Mattu and were all aged 20 years.
Sources say, the trio along with a bunch of friends had visited a friend at Mattu on Sunday, and after lunch, although they were warned not to venture into water by the locals, they went to the riverside and entered the water.
Initially, Akash lost his balance in the water and started drowning and in an attempt to save his life, Mahesh and Kishor rushed to him. Sadly, all three were washed away failing to help.
The bodies were recovered by the local youths and fishermen.
A case has been registered at the local police station.