– Body discovered on California beach
– Body recovered from waters off California beach.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
A somber atmosphere descended upon Moran Beach in Santa Cruz as emergency personnel responded to a distressing incident. The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office received reports of a person found unresponsive in the water on Wednesday afternoon.
Deputies, Harbor Patrol, State Parks officials, and firefighters swiftly converged on the scene at 4:30 p.m. Despite their valiant efforts to administer life-saving measures, the individual, identified as 45-year-old Hans Materne from Atlanta, Georgia, tragically succumbed to the situation.
The Santa Cruz County Coroner’s Office has initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Materne’s untimely demise. While the cause and manner of death remain pending a toxicology report, initial indications suggest that Materne may have entered the water for a swim.
In a statement to KSBW 8, a spokesperson for the Santa Cruz Sheriff’s Office affirmed that no foul play is suspected in this tragic incident. The authorities are committed to uncovering the truth behind the events leading to Materne’s passing.
The Santa Cruz community mourns the loss of a fellow visitor, and our thoughts are with Materne’s loved ones during this difficult time. Stay connected with KSBW for further updates on this developing story.
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1. Body found in waters of California beach
2. Body found in California beach waters.
