Sarasota, FL – A man died Sunday afternoon after being pulled from the Gulf of Mexico at Siesta Key Beach, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies said they responded around 2:21 p.m. to Beach Access 9 on Beach Road after nearby civilians pulled an unresponsive male swimmer from the water. First responders from the Sarasota County Fire Department attempted life-saving measures but the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to the sheriff’s office, the victim has not yet been identified. Detectives are actively investigating the incident and working to confirm the man’s identity.
The death occurred at one of Sarasota’s most popular beach entrances, a heavily visited stretch of shoreline near Siesta Village that often draws large weekend crowds. Authorities have not released details on how long the man had been in the water or whether foul play is suspected.
Beachgoers in the area described an increased emergency presence as deputies and paramedics responded. Officials urged residents and visitors to remain aware of water safety conditions when swimming in the Gulf.
Anyone with information that could assist investigators is asked to contact the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
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