A sombre mood has fallen over the Costa Blanca after a British tourist tragically drowned during a late-night swim in Benidorm. The incident occurred off the world-famous Levante Beach, a hub for UK holidaymakers.
Emergency services, including the Guardia Civil and local police, scrambled to the scene after receiving distress calls. Witnesses reported seeing the man jump into the Mediterranean waters from a rocky area. Despite the rapid response, efforts to resuscitate the man on the shore were unsuccessful.
The tragic event serves as a stark reminder of the hidden dangers of swimming in unfamiliar waters after dark. A local police spokesman emphasised the risks, stating, "The sea can be unpredictable at any time, but particularly at night when visibility is low and conditions can change in an instant."
This devastating loss has sent shockwaves through the large British expat and tourist community in Benidorm. The Foreign Office has confirmed it is supporting the man's family.
