10-year-old Boy Drowns in Punta Gorda Town

Police are investigating an apparent drowning incident that occurred in the Indian Ville Extension area of Punta Gorda Town. The incident was reported on Wednesday, July 24, at 1:00 p.m.

Upon arrival, authorities were informed by 49-year-old Bernardo Cho that one of his sons had fallen into a nearby pond and drowned. Ten-year-old Jazer Cho was retrieved from the pond, and CPR was performed but was unsuccessful. Jazer Cho was later pronounced dead. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident is ongoing.