
A class 8 student drowned in the backwaters of Thevara-Konthuruthy here on Friday afternoon.
The deceased was identified as Asher Antony, 13, son of Martin, a native of Nettoor. The boy was said to have been swept away by strong currents while he was swimming.
The body was found by HZS divers after an hour-long search. The body was taken to Ernakulam General Hospital.
Published – 16 May 2026 02:21 IST





