Boy, 13, Drowns in San Pedro Sula Pool

Published on Honduras Daily · Aug 16, 2026 · Originally reported August 15, 2026 by La Prensa

José Levis Reyes Canales, 13, drowned in the pool at the Patria Marathón sports complex in San Pedro Sula after becoming trapped on the pool stairs; the municipal sports authority said he had entered the area without authorization during a Special Olympics activity.

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Also reported by: HCH, Once Noticias

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