A SINGAPOREAN national, who was feared missing after being swept away by waves at The Westin Desaru Coast Beach, Kota Tinggi, is found drowned early today.

Penawar fire and rescue station operations commander Masri Ibrahim said the 49-year-old man’s body was discovered on the beach at 5.30am.

“The victim, who wore a black pair of shorts, was found by members of the public about five kilometres from where he was reported to have gone missing.

“The victim’s wife has also identified his body,” he said, adding that the body had been sent to Kota Tinggi Hospital.

Yesterday, Masri was reported to have said that the man and his 16-year-old son were hit by waves while frolicking at the water’s edge before being swept away.

However, the boy was rescued by the public and sent to Kota Tinggi Hospital.

Masri also said before the incident, a red flag had been raised there to warn visitors not to engage in activities on the beach due to bad weather conditions. – Bernama, December 28, 2023.