Water-Related Death in George Town

On Thursday, 22 January, officers responded to a report of a person in distress in the water off Eden Rock on South Church Street. It was reported that a man had been snorkeling in the area when he experienced difficulties and lost consciousness. He was assisted to shore by members of the public, who performed CPR until the arrival of EMS. The man was transported to the Anthony Eden Hospital via ambulance, and was subsequently pronounced deceased.

The man, age 64 is a visitor from the United States. The RCIPS expresses condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.