00:00Welcome to News Plus Globe. Today, we share the tragic story of Brayden Bretzer,
00:06a Canadian man found dead at a popular Mexican beach.
00:10Brayden Bretzer, 31, from Saskatoon, was swimming with his American friend Chris Ankeel at Zicatila
00:16Beach, Puerto Escondido, when strong currents pulled them into dangerous waters. Despite search
00:23efforts by local authorities and lifeguards, Bretzer's body was recovered on May 26,
00:28while Ankeel remains missing. Zicatila Beach is known for its powerful waves and unsafe
00:35swimming conditions, especially for non-surfers. Friends and family remember Brayden as a vibrant
00:41youth soccer coach and marketing consultant with a contagious energy and a big heart.
00:47A GoFundMe has been launched to support Bretzer's family with repatriation and memorial costs,
00:52with donations exceeding 22,000 so far. Our condolences go out to the families.
01:00Stay safe and heed local warnings when visiting beaches. Subscribe to News Plus Globe for updates.
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