River search ends in tragedy for Shepparton family
An 11-year-old boy jumped into the Broken River in Shepparton on Monday afternoon and did not resurface.
Emergency services were called to the Broken River near Shepparton on Monday at about 2.45pm after the boy jumped in and failed to resurface. Police and the State Emergency Services launched a search of the river.
The boy's body was found the following morning. Victoria Police said the death was not being treated as suspicious and that a report will be prepared for the coroner.
Ex-Collingwood player Chris Egan shared on social media that the boy was his little cousin and appealed for help during the search.
Why it mattersTragic water incidents highlight the risks young people face around rivers, particularly in warm weather.
AustraliaThe death affects the Shepparton community and raises awareness of water safety for families across regional Victoria.
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