A German man has died after finding himself in difficulties while swimming off Dwejra in Gozo.

The incident happened at about 5pm. The man, 68, who was originally believed to be Dutch, died on the scene.

The alarm was raised by his son, who noticed he had not returned from a swim. The lifeless body was found on the surface of the water by divers.   

A magisterial inquiry is being held. 

 

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