News Summary
A 50-year-old woman was found unresponsive in the surf near Collier Beach Road on Hilton Head Island, prompting an ongoing investigation. Authorities received reports just before 1 a.m. and pronounced her dead on the scene, with a wetsuit and a boogie board still attached. While the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office suggests the death may not be suspicious, an autopsy is planned to determine the cause. Officials are seeking information from the public, as similar recent incidents raise concerns about beach safety.
Hilton Head Island
A 50-year-old woman was found unresponsive in the surf off Collier Beach Road on Hilton Head Island on May 18, prompting an investigation into her death. Beaufort County deputies received reports regarding the woman just before 1 a.m. and arrived at the scene.
The woman was discovered wearing a wetsuit with a boogie board still attached to her ankle. Authorities pronounced her dead at the beach shortly after their arrival. According to the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, her death does not appear to be suspicious, but an investigation is ongoing.
The Beaufort County Coroner’s Office plans to conduct an autopsy to determine the cause of death. As of now, the name of the deceased woman has not been released to the public, pending notification of her next of kin.
Investigation Details
Authorities are asking anyone with information about this incident to contact the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office at 843-524-2777. The investigation aims to clarify circumstances surrounding the woman’s death, which has garnered attention given recent similar incidents in the area.
Contextual Background
This tragic event comes shortly after two unconscious individuals were pulled from the water in the Charleston area, both of whom later died. Such incidents raise concerns about water safety and the potential dangers faced by beachgoers in the region.
As this story develops, further updates will likely be released by authorities, providing more information about the investigation and any findings from the initial inquiry.
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Additional Resources
- Live 5 News
- Wikipedia: Hilton Head Island
- Post and Courier
- Google Search: Hilton Head Island water safety
- WJCL
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