Found a GoPro with the final moments of a man before drowning
YouTuber Rich Aloha discovered a GoPro that revealed the final moments of Richard Ragland, who drowned in 2017, providing closure to his family.
Rich Aloha, a YouTuber, went diving in a waterfall in Tennessee, intending to embark on a "treasure hunt" for lost items like drones or smartphones. Instead, he stumbled upon a memory card that contained footage of the final moments of Richard Ragland, a young man who tragically drowned in 2017. This unexpected discovery has provided a sense of closure for Ragland's grieving family, who have been mourning his loss for years.
Ragland, who was just 22 years old at the time of his death, had been swimming with friends at the Foster Falls State Park when the incident occurred. Known to be a strong swimmer and a member of the National Guard, his drowning was particularly shocking to his family and friends, who reported that he attempted to swim to safety but succumbed to the waters. The footage from the GoPro, revealing his moments before the incident, has become a poignant reminder of the tragedy and the impact it has had on many lives.
Aloha recounted his experience to WSB-TV, sharing how park rangers had mentioned a missing person case related to Ragland's drowning and advised him to keep an eye out for any belongings that might belong to the deceased. This chance encounter not only highlights the emotional weight of such discoveries but also sheds light on the ongoing stories of loss and remembrance associated with incidents like Ragland's.