Elderly man found dead in sea in Rasmaadhoo

An elderly man has been found dead in the sea in Raa Rasmaadhoo.

The deceased has been named as Usman Ahmed, 73.

President of Rasmaadhoo Council Ahmed Mahir said Usman went for a swim, and was found dead by others swimming in the area.

The incident was reported to the Council at 8:30 a.m.

Mahir said that he was immediately taken to the health centre, but officials said he had died before he reached the health centre.