German national dies at Komos Beach in Crete

A 79-year-old German national died after being pulled from the sea at Komos Beach in the Faistos Municipality. The incident occurred during the midday hours when the elderly man was found unconscious in the water by bystanders and a lifeguard.

A lifeguard performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) before the man was transported by an EKAB ambulance to the Moires Health Center. Upon arrival, medical staff confirmed his death.

The Red Tower Coast Guard Station is conducting a preliminary investigation into the circumstances of the incident. An autopsy has been ordered to determine whether the cause of death was drowning or other pathological factors.