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Updated: 10:35 PM Jun 20, 2011
Beach Drowning Incident
A drowning on the west end of Panama City Beach leaves one man dead Monday afternoon. The incident happened around 1:30 near Beach Access 68 beside the Landmark condominiums.
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A drowning on the west end of Panama City Beach leaves one man dead Monday afternoon. The incident happened around 1:30 near Beach Access 68 beside the Landmark condominiums.
Witnesses told investigators that William Hobby of Culleoka, Tennessee was swimming with his son when his son became distressed. Mr. Hobby swam out to rescue his son but also became distressed in the water.
When rescuers got to Mr. Hobby, he was already unconscious. He he was taken to a Panama City hospital where he was pronounced dead.
The official cause of death is under investigation by the Medical Examiner's office. The son was rescued and did not sustain any injuries.
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Posted by: Susan
Location: Georgia
on Jul 30, 2011 at 06:07 AM
My thoughts & prayers are with the family.Our 33 yr. old son drowned at the beach at Panama City on 3/27/11 and I know exactly how you feel. He left 2 boys and it is still so heart breaking for our family.Only God & friends can give you strenght in this darkest time.
Posted by: Peg
Location: Landmark
on Jun 21, 2011 at 12:17 PM
May the Lord God be with you, Hobby family. You continue to be in our prayers during this unbelievably tragic time.
Posted by: jclark
Location: Panama City
on Jun 20, 2011 at 11:37 PM
My cousin and another fire fighter were the first to him and I helped pull him out. There was a channel under the water which created an extremely strong current in which we believe he was caught in. When pulled out, they began CPR Immediatly and continued until EMTs arrived. My heart and prayers go out to the family. The reaction from the community was outstanding. Even though we were not able to reach him in time, everyone risked their lives to rush to Mr Williams aid. Once again, my prayers to the community. Be safe all
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