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Man Drowns Trying To Rescue His Dog In A River
A man has drowned after he jumped into the Port River in Adelaide in what witnesses say was an attempt to rescue his dog.
The 53-year-old's body was spotted floating in the water near McLaren Parade at Port Adelaide just before 11.30am.
It's understood he jumped into the water to try and save his dog.
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He was dragged from the water but despite efforts by witnesses and emergency services to resuscitate him, the local man died at the scene.
His dog survived, and was taken to a local vet for a check-up.
Police are preparing a report for the Coroner.
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