Tourist dies after drowning after going surfing from a safari vessel anchored near GDh. Vaadhoo
A 53-year-old Spanish tourist has died in a drowning incident after going surfing from a safari vessel anchored near GDh. Vaadhoo. According to the police, the victim was already deceased by the time he was transported to the Vaadhoo Health Centre following the report of the incident. While authorities continue to investigate the matter, officials have urged the public to exercise heightened caution during water-based activities.
The tourist who was rescued from drowning in GDh. Vaadhoo was taken to the Vaadhoo Health Center for treatment. | RaajjeMV
A tourist has died by drowning after going surfing from a safari vessel anchored near GDh. Vaadhoo.
The deceased has been identified as a 53-year-old Spanish man.
Police reported on Monday that a tourist was involved in a drowning incident after entering the water to surf from a safari vessel anchored near GDh. Vaadhoo. The incident was reported at approximately 12:57 PM on May 18, 2024.
Police stated that according to information received from the health center, the victim was already deceased when brought to the G.Dh. Vaadhoo Health Center following the drowning incident.
The police are currently investigating the matter.
Tragic incidents of this nature occur periodically in the Maldives. Consequently, resorts and relevant authorities urge tourists to exercise heightened caution and remain vigilant while participating in water-based activities.
