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    Alcohol Was Factor In Shenandoah River Drowning, Sheriff Says

    By Cecilia Levine,

    10 days ago
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    Melvin Chacon Sorto Photo Credit: Melvin Ch Facebook photo

    The Page County Sheriff's Office identified the victim as Melvin Sorto, and said he had been swimming when he became distressed around 4:05 p.m. Sunday, July 7.

    Bystanders pulled Sorto from the water and life-saving measures were performed until EMS arrived. Sorto was ultimately pronounced dead at he scene.

    While no foul play was involved, alcohol was believed to have been a factor.

    More than $7,900 had been raised on a GoFundMe for Sorto's mother as of press time. Click here to donate.

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