Panama City Beach Drownings

Five tourists have drowned in Panama City Beach waters within four days, prompting emergency officials to warn beachgoers to stay out of the water. The latest victim, Debbie Szymanski, from St. Louis, Missouri, was pronounced deceased after being pulled from the Gulf of Mexico. The incidents involved rip currents and dangerous conditions despite red flags warning swimmers to stay out of the water.

Escalating Violence from People-Smuggling Gangs and Illegal Migrants in France

Violence from people-smuggling gangs and illegal migrants along the French coastline is escalating, with children being used as “human shields.” The situation is worsening due to legislation allowing removal of illegal boat migrants to Rwanda. Incidents of violence, shootings, and drownings have been reported, with French police trying to deter illegal crossings of the English Channel.

Military Training Accident in Mexico

Seven National Guard recruits drowned in an army training accident in Mexico, raising questions about military training for civilian law enforcement work.