This picturesque site, renowned for its roaring waterfalls nestled among rocks, is located northwest of Pitlochry in Perthshire, where the rivers Garry and Tummel converge
In a heartbreaking incident, two Indian students lost their lives on Wednesday after drowning in the waters of a popular sightseeing spot in Scotland. The bodies of the two men, aged 22 and 27, were discovered on Wednesday evening by emergency services at the Linn of Tummel. This picturesque site, renowned for its roaring waterfalls nestled among rocks, is located northwest of Pitlochry in Perthshire, where the rivers Garry and Tummel converge.
According to sources, the victims, along with two other friends, were students at Dundee University and had embarked on a trekking expedition when tragedy struck. It is believed that two of the men accidentally fell into the water and drowned, prompting their companions to alert emergency services immediately.
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The incident has cast a pall of gloom over the Indian student community in Scotland, highlighting the importance of safety measures during outdoor activities
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As condolences pour in from across the globe, efforts are underway to provide comfort and assistance to the grieving families in their time of immense loss
A spokesperson from the Indian High Commission in London expressed sorrow over the incident, confirming that the deceased hailed from Andhra Pradesh. The Consulate General of India has been in contact with the families of the students, offering support during this difficult time. Additionally, officials from the University of Dundee have assured cooperation in all necessary arrangements.
Authorities from Police Scotland, fire, and ambulance services swiftly responded to the distress call. Following extensive searches in the area, the bodies of the two men were recovered from the water. While investigations are ongoing to ascertain the precise circumstances surrounding the tragedy, initial reports suggest that there are no suspicious elements involved in the deaths.
A spokesperson for Police Scotland stated, “Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances. However, there would not appear to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding these deaths. A report will be submitted to the procurator fiscal.” The post-mortem examinations are scheduled to take place on April 19, after which procedures for repatriating the bodies to India will commence.
The incident has cast a pall of gloom over the Indian student community in Scotland, highlighting the importance of safety measures during outdoor activities. As condolences pour in from across the globe, efforts are underway to provide comfort and assistance to the grieving families in their time of immense loss.
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