An eighty-six-year-old man has tragically died after a fall into a water reservoir in Los Puertos, Cartagena, on Tuesday. The incident was reported at three zero six in the afternoon when his son discovered him in the reservoir and contacted emergency services.

Multiple emergency units responded promptly, including members from Civil Protection, fire services from the Consorcio de Extinción de Incendios y Salvamento, local police, and an ambulance from the regional emergency medical service. Although first responders arrived quickly, the man was sadly declared deceased at the scene.

The circumstances of the fall are currently under investigation, with the Guardia Civil taking custody of the body until the arrival of a forensic expert. This tragic event has highlighted the importance of safety in and around hazardous areas, particularly for the elderly.

Local authorities have expressed their condolences to the family and are urging residents to remain vigilant near water hazards. They have assured that a thorough investigation will be conducted to understand the events leading to this unfortunate accident.