Carlos Curbelo

Carlos Curbelo is the coordinator of the lifeguard brigade in Maldonado, Uruguay. Recently, he gained media attention for his account of a troubling incident in which an Argentine tourist physically assaulted him after he rescued the man's three-year-old son from drowning in a dangerous area of the beach. Curbelo reported that the altercation escalated when he confronted the father about ignoring previous warnings regarding the hazardous conditions. Despite the aggression, Curbelo remained committed to his duty as a lifeguard and emphasized the importance of safety on the beach, highlighting the clear signage and warnings present in the area where the incident occurred.