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Evia: Doctor Dies While Exiting the Sea
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Evia: Doctor Dies While Exiting the Sea

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A 65-year-old doctor died tragically while swimming at Alykes beach in Drosia, Chalkida, Greece.
  • The man, a resident of Athens, was a frequent visitor to the area for swimming.
  • Despite immediate first aid and defibrillator use by a lifeguard, resuscitation efforts failed, and he was pronounced dead at Chalkida Hospital.

A tragic incident occurred on Monday afternoon at Alykes beach in Drosia, Chalkida, where a 65-year-old doctor lost his life while swimming. The event deeply saddened onlookers who witnessed the distressing scene.

The deceased, a resident of Athens, was known to frequently visit the area for his swimming routine. As he was exiting the water, he suddenly lost consciousness and fell face down into the sea. The beach's lifeguard responded immediately, providing first aid and utilizing a defibrillator in an attempt to revive him.

Despite persistent resuscitation efforts and repeated electrical shocks, the 65-year-old could not be brought back. He was subsequently transported by an ambulance to Chalkida Hospital, where medical professionals confirmed his death. The Central Port Authority of Chalkida is conducting a preliminary investigation into the exact circumstances surrounding the incident.

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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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