Health Events Local February 17, 2025

Tragic Drowning of Young Man in Necochea

Santiago Alejandro Haedo, 22, drowned in Necochea after swimming without lifeguards present. He was found dead 50 meters from where he entered the water. An investigation is underway.


Tragic Drowning of Young Man in Necochea

Santiago Alejandro Haedo, 22 years old, was found dead after disappearing while swimming in the sea with his friends in Necochea. The disappearance occurred on Saturday morning while Haedo and his friends were enjoying the beach after playing soccer, having a barbecue, and consuming alcohol. At one point, Haedo lost sight of the sea, which led his friends to alert the authorities and start an intense search.

During the weekend, a large search operation was carried out involving personnel from the Coast Guard, Buenos Aires Police, Civil Defense of Necochea, and lifeguards on duty. After several hours of searching, Haedo's body was found lifeless 50 meters from where he had entered the sea with his friends.

It was revealed that at the time Haedo entered the sea, there were still no lifeguards on duty, as their work shift begins at 8 a.m. Haedo's body was transferred to the Doctor Emilio Ferreyra Municipal Hospital, where the corresponding examinations were conducted. The case is in the hands of UFI No. 1 of Necochea, led by José Chipoletti, who ordered all necessary investigations to clarify what happened.

We must await the results of the investigations to learn more details about the circumstances surrounding the tragic disappearance and death of Santiago Haedo.