Tybee Island Emergency Personnel Respond to Possible Drowning

Oct. 26, 2023

(Tybee Island, GA) – Tybee Island Police and Fire Department personnel responded to the area of North Beach after a possible drowning claimed the life off an 81-year-old local man.

Just before 12:00PM on Thursday, October 26th, Tybee Island Police and Fire Department personnel responded to the area of North Beach, near the Gulick Street crossover, in reference to a possible drowning. While speaking with officers, witnesses reported having spotted a man floating in the ocean who did not appear to be moving under his own power. After running to his aid and pulling the man from the water, the witnesses noted that he was not breathing and did not appear to have a pulse. At that time, they called 911 to report the incident and began Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

Approximately two minutes later, Tybee Island Police and Fire Department personnel arrived on scene and took over CPR while awaiting the arrival of Chatham Emergency Services (CES). Shortly after the arrival of emergency medical personnel, the man was declared deceased.

The victim is an 81-year-old man who was a resident of Tybee Island. The hearts of the Tybee Island Police Department remain with his family and friends during this extremely difficult time.

This is an ongoing investigation, and no further information will be released at this time.

Thank you.