Gulf Shores Drowning Claims Life of 49-Year-Old Man
R. Ken Cooper • June 3, 2024
Bystanders Attempt Rescue in Fatal Gulf Shores Drowning
Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – A 49-year-old man drowned Sunday in Gulf Shores, Alabama. First responders were called to the 1300 block of West Beach Boulevard near 12th Street at 3:14 p.m. after reports of a drowning.
Bystanders pulled the man from the water and began CPR before first responders arrived and took over. Despite their efforts, the man did not survive.
Red flags, indicating dangerous water conditions, were flying on Sunday. The victim was identified as a 49-year-old man from Memphis, Tennessee.
This is a developing story, and more details will be provided as they become available.
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