Police announced they will prepare a report for the Coroner after a man drowned in the state’s Far North Coast yesterday.
A group of eight swimmers drifted out to sea near Gold Coast in the Christmas Day tragedy.
At about 4.45pm yesterday, emergency services were called to Duranbah Beach at Tweed Heads, following reports of people in trouble in the water.
A group of eight people were pulled from the water by lifeguards; however, a 22-year-old man died.
The other seven people were treated and taken to hospital for assessment.
A community spokesperson from Gold Coast told SBS Punjabi the local community is trying to help the family of the deceased Indian youth who could be on a student visa.
"We will urge community to not to share his identity until his parents are informed about this mishap," he said.
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Officers from Tweed Byron Local Area Command have commenced investigations into the incident.
Queensland surf life savers performed about ten rescues around the state on Christmas Day.
Police and lifesavers are again urging swimmers to make safety the priority when in, on or around the water this summer.
Authorities advise the following tips for keeping safe at the beach:
* Always swim between the red and yellow flags
* Read and observe the safety signs
* Ask a lifesaver/lifeguard for safety advice
* Always swim with someone else and look out for each other
* Always supervise children around the water
* Never swim under the influence of alcohol or drugs
* Learn how to identify a rip
* If you need help, stay calm and attract attention
* Always wear a lifejacket while boating or rock-fishing
* If witnessing an in-water emergency, call Triple Zero (000) for police
Police are urging anyone with information in relation to this incident to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page:
