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Rennes Drowning: Teenagers Held in 12-Year-Old's Death
25 May
Summary
- A 12-year-old boy died in Rennes, found with a towel around his neck.
- A 16-year-old boy and a teenage girl are in custody following the incident.
- Divers are searching the Vilaine river for evidence related to the death.
A horrifying incident unfolded in Rennes on Sunday afternoon, resulting in the death of a 12-year-old boy. He was found in cardiorespiratory arrest with a towel around his neck. Despite resuscitation efforts by emergency services, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities have made swift progress in the investigation. A 16-year-old boy was arrested on Monday morning, and shortly after, a teenage girl surrendered to the police. Both are currently in custody as the public prosecutor's office investigates the murder of a child under 15.
Significant resources are dedicated to uncovering the circumstances surrounding this tragedy. Fire brigade divers are meticulously searching the Vilaine river for any potential clues. The community, usually peaceful, remains in shock and struggles to comprehend the loss of such a young life.
