This Friday, May 10, 2024, a tragic event occurred in Angles, in Vendée, on the way to Belle Henriette. Shortly before 9 a.m., firefighters were dispatched to the scene after a light vehicle was reported submerged in a canal.
According to -.fr, upon their arrival, the rescuers discovered a 40-year-old man inside the vehicle. Despite the resuscitation efforts made by the medical teams, the victim unfortunately could not be saved and was declared dead by the Smur.
Reconnaissance operation
Divers were also mobilized to carry out reconnaissance in the canal in order to remove any doubts concerning possible other victims or particular circumstances of the accident.
The intervention required the engagement of eight engines and fifteen firefighters, who worked to try to save the victim’s life and to secure the scene.
Circumstances of the accident unknown
For the moment, the exact circumstances of this tragic accident remain unclear. No additional information has been released by authorities regarding the causes of the incident. The investigation continues to shed light on this painful event.
