5 dead in attempt to save struggling swimmer in Ohio river

Five people died during an attempt to rescue a struggling swimmer in the Scioto River, located in Powell, a suburb of Columbus, Ohio. The incident occurred on Sunday. A motorist contacted 911 after observing a frightened child from the group running along a nearby road to seek assistance. The tragedy unfolded as the group gathered by the river, resulting in five fatalities during the rescue effort to save the individual in the water.