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British man, 31, found dead on Benidorm beach after going for swim - Liverpool Echo

A 31-year-old British tourist drowned after being swept away by rough seas during an evening swim at Levante Beach, with rescue attempts by bystanders and coastguards unsuccessful.

  • A 31-year-old British man named Jeff Duffield was found dead on Levante Beach in Benidorm after going into the sea with two companions who returned safely.
  • The incident occurred after the lifeguard service had ended and rough sea conditions with powerful waves made rescue attempts impossible.
  • Several witnesses, including locals and tourists, gathered as police responded to the emergency, while relatives paid tribute and a public appeal was issued.
  • A police spokesperson confirmed that a 31-year-old British man died in Benidorm last night, with drowning suspected, and stated that the ongoing investigation has found no evidence suggesting the death was suspicious.
  • This case highlights the dangers posed by choppy sea conditions on Benidorm’s renowned Levante Beach, especially after lifeguard hours, suggesting caution for swimmers.
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Brit, 31, found dead on Benidorm holiday

An investigation has been launched, but there are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances

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