British Man, 22, tragically drowns in front of girlfriend at Italy’s Lake Como

A British student tragically drowned in front of his 19-year-old girlfriend at Italy’s Lake Como after their rented boat capsized.

When the incident occurred, the couple had been enjoying a romantic getaway in the picturesque Italian town of Menaggio.

Amidst Italy’s ongoing heatwave, the pair sought relief from the sweltering temperatures by swimming in the lake. However, strong winds suddenly swept their boat away, leaving them stranded in the water.

Despite their efforts to navigate the turbulent conditions, the young man disappeared beneath the waves as exhaustion took its toll. His distraught girlfriend, struggling against the elements, was eventually rescued by a passing boat that noticed her distress.

Although physically unharmed but shaken, she immediately alerted rescuers about her missing partner. A comprehensive search operation involved firefighters, rescue teams, and helicopters scouring the area.

Tragically, the lifeless body of the student was discovered by a Guardia di Finanza aircraft near Griante later that evening.

Local authorities, including the Carabinieri in Menaggio, have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding this devastating accident, which has cast a pall over what was meant to be a romantic getaway.