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Man drowns in San Joaquin River after entering without knowing how to swim

02 June 2026 16:32

A 24-year-old man drowned in the San Joaquin River after entering the water despite not knowing how to swim. - James Romero Soriano was swept away by the current and went under.

- Friends found him after 15 minutes and pulled him to shore. - Despite CPR and helicopter transport to a hospital, he died.

- The Fresno County Sheriff's Office urges river safety, including wearing life jackets and avoiding alcohol. This tragic incident highlights the dangers of entering rivers without proper skills or safety gear.

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