Three teenagers drown in reservoir

KENDARI, Southeast Sulawesi: The body of three teenagers who drowned in the Ameroro reservoir were fished out by friends on Sunday night, Antara reported on Monday.

The tragedy occurred when two 14-year old girls, both members of a scout team camping in the area, were swimming in the reservoir when they were suddenly dragged down by the undertow, according to the Unaaha police.

A passersby, 19-year old Andy Weliam, dove into the water to try to rescue them, but he too drowned.

Their bodies were sent to the Unaaha General Hospital for autopsies. (01)