The Hawai’i Police Department is investigating a possible drowning that occurred in Kealakekua late last month.
According to the HPD, Kona Patrol officers responded to a 12:11 p.m. call on Jan. 30 reporting a drowning at Manini Beach, just south of Kealakekua Bay.
Upon arrival of police and Fire Department personnel, bystanders were attempting cardio-pulmonary resuscitation. At that point, Fire Department personnel took over. Attempts to revive the victim were unsuccessful.
The victim was identified as Anthony Lafata, 72, of Warren, Mich.
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Pending additional forensic testing, the cause of Lafata’s death is pending.
Police do not suspect foul play was a factor. The case has been classified as a coroner’s inquest.
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