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In a tragic inicident, a 17-year-old boy reportedly drowned to death in a swimming pool in Shivamogga's Virupinakoppa village on Friday.
According to the police, the deceased has been identified as Rakesh, a resident of Joseph Nagar in Shivamogga city and a student of DVS Pre-University College.
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The incident occurred when Rakesh had gone for a swim with his friends.
Rakesh's parents lodged a complaint at Shivamogga rural police station alleging that the owner of the swimming pool did not take preventive measures, which led to the unfortunate demise of their son.
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