Tragic River Loss in Kern County | Bakersfield News

A tragic drowning claimed the life of 30-year-old Mariel Antonio Officer after he and two friends struggled in the Kern River’s current while tubing. Despite a night-long search, his body was found Friday morning — aided by drone technology that spotted him underwater. The river, swarmed by heat-seeking visitors, proved deadly in seconds. His mother, unaware he’d ventured there, is shattered; his brother remembers him as a cherished sibling. Officials warn: the river doesn’t joke — it claims lives fast. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/04ebb557bab57342