The body of the missing Austrian, who was driven off the Algarve in Portugal in heavy waves, has probably been swallowed by the sea. His friend died – as reported – on the beach.
The waves crashed wildly on the beach as the two Austrians plunged into the turbulent sea. Because the endless fine sandy beach in this part of the Algarve and the prospect of cooling off on Thursday evening were of course too tempting.
What happened moments later will never be clarified. Because suddenly the 64-year-old pensioner (as is now clear, like his compatriot a Styrian holidaymaker) got into trouble in the cold sea. His companion tried desperately to save the man. But soon he lost his strength.
65-year-old dies of heart attack
Meanwhile, countless surfers and other swimmers had alerted rescue services. Although they tried to resuscitate the older of the two retirees (65) on the beach, he had suffered a heart attack in the sea and could not be saved from death. He died on the coast. His body was taken to the local coroner.
Previous search failed
So far, all searches for his companion, which have lasted several hours and have now been halted, have been unsuccessful. He must have been swallowed forever by the deep blue Atlantic Ocean during a dream vacation.
Source: Krone
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