missing swimmer — A 73-year-old Greek Cypriot who went missing while swimming in Limassol has been found dead, as confirmed by the Joint Rescue Coordination Center (JRCC) late Tuesday evening.
- missing swimmer — A 73-year-old Greek Cypriot who went missing while swimming in Limassol has been found dead, as confirmed by the Joint Rescue Coordination Center (JRCC) late Tuesday evening.
- Upon arrival at Limassol general hospital, medical staff pronounced him dead. The incident has deeply affected the local community, which is mourning the loss of a familiar face.
The man was reported missing around 8:40pm on Tuesday after he was last seen swimming near Olympion beach in the Thalassaki area. In response to the report, the port and maritime police promptly initiated a search operation.
Just under an hour later, at approximately 9:15pm, members of the JRCC located him in the water but found him unconscious. Efforts were made to revive him, and he was quickly transferred to an awaiting ambulance.
Upon arrival at Limassol general hospital, medical staff pronounced him dead. The incident has deeply affected the local community, which is mourning the loss of a familiar face.
