Corfu, June 1 – An 82-year-old British tourist tragically drowned yesterday afternoon at Kaminaki beach in Corfu. The woman was pulled from the sea unconscious and later pronounced dead at Corfu General Hospital.
Elderly Tourist Pronounced Dead at Hospital
The Corfu Port Authority was informed yesterday afternoon that an 82-year-old foreign national (a citizen of Great Britain) had been recovered unconscious from the sea area of “KAMINAKI” in Corfu. Emergency services were immediately dispatched to the scene.
The elderly woman was transported by an EKAV ambulance to the Corfu General Hospital. Upon arrival, medical personnel confirmed her death. The precise cause of death is yet to be determined, pending further investigation.
Investigation Underway by Port Authority
The Corfu Port Authority, which is conducting the preliminary investigation into the incident, has ordered a forensic examination. This examination will be carried out by the Corfu Forensic Service to ascertain the exact circumstances and cause of the woman’s drowning.
Authorities have not yet released the identity of the deceased, pending notification of her next of kin. Further details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.
This tragic event serves as a somber reminder of the importance of vigilance and safety measures when swimming, especially for elderly individuals.
