A foreign tourist from Australia has died after drowning while swimming off Pelena Beach in Weligama, authorities confirmed.
According to Sri Lanka Police, the incident took place yesterday (25) when the 76-year-old man had entered the sea with his wife. He was later reported missing, triggering an emergency response and search operation.
Police officers from Weligama initiated an investigation after receiving information about the disappearance. Preliminary findings indicate that the elderly tourist had drowned while bathing in the sea.
Further investigations are currently underway to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
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