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Five die after group tries to save swimmer in Ohio

Five people died in the Scioto River in Powell after several jumped in to help a struggling swimmer.
WHO: Delaware County Sheriff Jeffrey Balzer; Delaware County Sheriff's Department
WHAT: Five people died after members of a group entered the Scioto River to help a child who was struggling to swim.
WHEN: Jul 20, 2026 at 3:51 PM ET
WHERE: Scioto River, Powell, Ohio
WHY: To help a child who was struggling to swim.
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