Russian national dies while swimming off Bentota

A 30-year-old Russian national has died after becoming caught in a wave while swimming in the sea off Bentota, according to police. The incident was reported to have happened on November 9.

Bentota Police said a complaint described the swimmer being caught by a wave and drowning. The account is based on the information received by investigators; the available report does not set out additional findings about the circumstances.

The body has been placed in the mortuary at Bentota Hospital. Bentota Police are carrying out further investigations. No name or further personal details were provided in the available account.