A freshman from California State University tragically drowned in an accident during a trip to Arizona with fellow fraternity members, as reported by the Sigma Pi Fraternity at Cal State Fullerton.
Simon Daniel, 18, was visiting Lake Havasu River with his fraternity on Saturday when he decided to go for a swim with friends.
The college student entered the water accompanied by three fraternity brothers and two sorority sisters. At the time, they were unaware that recent heavy rains in the Havasu Valley region had drastically increased water flow, resulting in dangerous conditions such as strong currents, crosswinds, and swells, as explained in the fraternity’s Facebook statement.
Lake Havasu and the Colorado River near Lake Havasu City, Arizona. (iStock)
Daniel’s body was recovered Sunday morning following an extensive search by authorities.
Daniel, who was studying computer science, leaves behind his mother, according to the fraternity. Daniel’s family has not yet provided any comment to Fox News Digital’s inquiries.
London Bridge over Lake Havasu in Havasu City, Arizona. (iStock)
“[Simon] was known for his love of music, boundless energy and kind spirit,” Sigma Pi’s Cal State Fullerton chapter said in a statement. “He was the heart of the fraternity – genuine, joyful and someone who brightened every room with his brilliant smile.”
