British woman dies in Bimini current

A 36-year-old British woman died in Bahamian waters on Tuesday after being swept away by a strong current. The Royal Bahamas Police Force stated she was trying to save her two sons, who were also caught in the water flow. Both boys were rescued and are safe.

The incident occurred near the southern point of North Bimini. Police reports indicate the family was snorkeling with their two sons when the current pulled the children away. The mother swam toward them to assist. Officers said she was subsequently swept away as well. The children were pulled from the water before the mother could be secured.

Officers at the Alice Town police station received a report shortly after 10 a.m. that a woman was unresponsive at the North Bimini ferry dock. They arrived to find she had already been transported to the local clinic. Medical staff performed resuscitation efforts, including CPR at the dock, but a local doctor pronounced her dead at the facility.

The police force posted a preliminary account of the events on social media. The statement noted that foul play is not suspected at this time. An autopsy is scheduled to determine the exact cause of death. The investigation remains active as authorities review the circumstances of the rescue.

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office confirmed it is aware of the case. A spokesperson said their thoughts are with the family of the British woman who has died in the Bahamas. Officials are in contact with local authorities and are providing support to her family.

North Bimini is part of a small island group located between Andros and Miami, Florida. It serves as the closest point in the Bahamas to the US mainland. The area is also known for hosting a shark research centre and was once home to Ernest Hemingway.