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A passing boater believes he photographed the 5 adults who drowned on an Ohio river
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Key Points:
- Pastor Marcus L. Martin, familiar with the treacherous Scioto River area, photographed a group of five adults and two children wading in the river shortly before the adults drowned, believing his photo may be the last image of them alive.
- Authorities reported that one adult began struggling in the water, and the others drowned while trying to help; the five bodies were recovered over two days following the incident.
- Four of the five adults were confirmed Honduran citizens, including Jose Mario Pineda Dias and Marina Suyapa Regalado, with the remaining identities pending family notification.
- Two children, aged 8 and 10, were orphaned in the tragedy and are currently in the care of Franklin County Children Services, receiving support from relatives and therapy services.
- The Honduran government is assisting with victim identification, coordinating with U.S. authorities, and ready to repatriate victims if requested by families, while also supporting the children’s relatives in deciding their future care.
