The grieving family of one of the two teenage boys who drowned in Queens on Friday is speaking out. Daniel Persaud, 13, died after going swimming at Howard Beach. He was with his 13-year-old friend, Ryan Wong, who also died.
Daniel Persaud, 13, died after going swimming at Howard Beach. He was with his 13-year-old friend, Ryan Wong, who also died.
It happened just before noon Friday in the waters of Jamaica Bay. Investigators say the victims were on a sand dune, but were overcome by water and had trouble swimming."One amazing kid. I have no complaints. That's the first time that he made an incident like that and caused his life," Brith Persaud said.
"He was one of the best kids, full of life. He was so looking forward to summer because had so many plans with him," added aunt Sandy Sukreh.There are"No Swimming" signs posted along the beach due to strong currents.
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