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Tragedy at Lake Karlsfelder: 18-year-old dies after swimming accident!
A tragic swimming accident at Lake Karlsfelder on June 15, 2025 claimed the life of an 18-year-old from Hasenbergl.
Tragedy at Lake Karlsfelder: 18-year-old dies after swimming accident!
A shocking accident occurred last Friday, June 15, 2025, at Lake Karlsfelder. An 18-year-old man who wanted to spend a relaxing day by the water with his friends has tragically died after a swimming accident. Loud Mercury The young man, who has Kosovo-Serbian roots and lives in Munich's Hasenbergl, wanted to swim to a platform around 4:45 p.m. But halfway there he decided to turn back and shortly afterwards he was no longer visible.
The alerted rescue workers, including divers, were able to rescue the casualty, but any help at the hospital came too late. While the police currently see no evidence of third-party involvement, the public prosecutor's office will decide on a possible autopsy on Monday to clarify the exact circumstances of the swimming accident.
Water rescue service in action
There have already been dramatic moments at Lake Karlsfelder. A 22-year-old was rescued lifeless from a depth of five meters under similar circumstances on Wednesday evening. Diver Tobias Gierlinger, who had previously trained with the water rescue service, happened to be at the lake and was able to react quickly after spectators heard the shrill whistle on the south bank and alerted the emergency services. The Dachau water rescue service was crucial in the rescue, but unfortunately it turns out that the dangers of water should not be underestimated.
Drowning: A growing problem
These incidents do not happen by chance. According to the German Life Saving Society (DLRG), Germany recorded 411 fatal accidents in the water in 2023 - an increase of 31 deaths compared to the previous year. This marks the third consecutive increase in drowning numbers. The DLRG appeals to the population, especially parents of small children, to be aware of the dangers in German waters, especially in the warm season. The President of the DLRG, Ute Vogt, also expressed the hope that the population would be more aware of this issue.
As temperatures rise and many people head to lakes for swimming, it is important to be aware of the risks. The tragic events at Lake Karlsfelder are a stark reminder of how quickly accidents can happen in the water and how crucial quick action is. Our thoughts are with the surviving relatives of the 18-year-old man, whose untimely death casts a dark cloud over an otherwise carefree summer day.