A 60-year-old man died in Dwejra on Sunday after facing difficulties while swimming.

The police said the incident happened at 5.15pm.

The man, who is from Msida, was taken ashore by people on site, who included a police officer.

A medical team certified him dead on site.

An inquiry is being held.

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